Every 2020 Chevrolet Corvette recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Seat Belts · NHTSA 20V581000
Sep 24, 2020Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor may not lock as intended during a crash.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the driver's seat belt fails to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side seat-belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202307690.
Full recall details for 20V581000 →Service Brakes · NHTSA 20V588000
Sep 24, 2020Service Brakes
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
- Risk
- If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.
Full recall details for 20V588000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 20V489000
Aug 18, 2020Electrical System:SoftwareOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Despite visual and audible warnings, the vehicle can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched.
- Risk
- An unlatched hood can open when driving above a certain speed, obstructing the driver's forward view and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module to limit the vehicle speed to 26 mph when the hood is not completely closed and latched, free of charge. In addition, the operation of the hood release on the key fob will be modified to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent hood release actuations. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 24, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202311160.
Full recall details for 20V489000 →Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA 20V461000
Jun 8, 2020Latches/Locks/Linkages:Trunk Lid:LockOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The release button located inside the front trunk compartment may not function after the vehicle has been shut off for ten minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
- Risk
- If a person climbs inside the front trunk compartment and closes the lid, they may be trapped inside, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module (BCM) to allow the release switch to always work, free of charge. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202309350.
Full recall details for 20V461000 →
2020 Chevrolet Corvette complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette, reporting 1 crashes, 1 injuries. Chevrolet has issued at least 924 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Structure10
- Power Train6
- Unknown Or Other5
- Engine4
- Visibility/Wiper4
- Electrical System3
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (255)
- Electrical System (224)
- Power Train (133)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (130)
- Unknown Or Other (115)
- Engine (72)
Read Chevrolet Corvette owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider.”
2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTEJun 8, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11742799
“The dual clutch transmission on my 2020 C8 Corvette has a diagnostic code of p1955. This was determined after the service light on the vehicle illuminated and it was taken to service at the dealership.”
2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTEMay 12, 2026 · SC
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11737257
“We have a water leak that was coming in both windows and onto the floor. Since reported it the car will slow down while driving because of codes issues about the doors are not closed and it is. I feel it's due to the water leak that is coming into the car.”
2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTEJan 14, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11710974
“The ac compressor has had to be replaced twice since new ownership ( 38k miles now) the compressor blows apart at higher rpm causing car to be towed would need to contact dealer for exact dates”
2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTEJan 7, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11709439
“Backup camera is intermittent. I have ain't it to the dealership 3 times and they can replicate the issue consistently. They have scan the car for codes and seen the issue in person”
2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTEJan 4, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11708663
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