2016 Chevrolet Corvette problems
The Chevrolet Corvette is a line of American two-door, two-seater sports cars, manufactured and marketed by General Motors, under the Chevrolet marque, since 1953.
Over the course of eight generations, indicated sequentially as C1 to C8, the Corvette is noted for its performance, distinctive styling, lightweight fiberglass or composite bodywork, and competitive pricing. Since the cessation of Ford and Chrysler's competitors, the Corvette is the only two-seat sports car produced by a major United States auto manufacturer and serves as Chevrolet's halo car.
Since its introduction in 1953, the two-seater has steadily moved upmarket. Originally a relatively modest, lightweight 6‑cylinder convertible, subsequent introductions of V8 engines, competitive chassis innovations, and rear mid-engined layout have positioned the Corvette in the supercar class. The first three Corvette generations (1953–1983) employed body-on-frame construction, and since the C4 generation, introduced in 1983 as an early 1984 model, Corvettes have used GM's unibody Y‑body platform. All Corvettes used front mid-engine configuration for seven generations, through 2019, and transitioned to a rear mid-engined layout with the C8 generation.
In 1953, GM executives accepted a suggestion by Myron Scott, then the assistant director of the Public Relations department, to name the company's new sports car after the corvette, a small maneuverable warship. The first model, a convertible, was introduced at the 1953 GM Motorama as a concept car; production models went on sale later that year. In 1963, the second generation was introduced in coupe and convertible styles. Originally manufactured in Flint, Michigan, and St. Louis, Missouri, the Corvette has been produced in Bowling Green, Kentucky, since 1981, which is also the location of the National Corvette Museum.
The Corvette has become widely known as "America's Sports Car." Automotive News wrote that after being featured in the early 1960s television show Route 66, "the Corvette became synonymous with freedom and adventure," ultimately becoming both "the most successful concept car in history and the most popular sports car in history."
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Common 2016 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette, several common problems have been reported:
- Cooling System Concerns:
- Overheating was a known issue, especially during track use. While some owners did not face overheating problems, others had to upgrade their cooling systems for track driving.
- Wheel Problems:
- Cracked and warped wheels were a significant issue for some 7th generation Corvette owners. This problem was particularly notable with the C7 Corvette, affecting the cast aluminum wheels.
- Electronic System Challenges:
- Some complaints were related to electronic systems, including issues with the radio system and other electronic components. It's worth noting that some reported problems might have been due to user error rather than actual car malfunctions.
- Other Reported Concerns:
- Additional problems included differential issues, recalls for airbag software updates and seat belt tensioners, and a shudder issue that required a transmission flush. Some owners also mentioned issues with the clutch adjustment and leaks in the transmission system.
These problems highlight some of the key issues faced by owners of the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. Addressing these issues promptly and ensuring proper maintenance can help mitigate these common problems.
What year was the bad Corvette?
What is the worse Corvette of all time? 1975. The body was degraded from the original 1968 shark design with energy-absorbing boat anchors on each end. The engine was a sluggish 350 with only 165 hp, hardly enough to run the quarter in 16.1 seconds at 87.4 mph.
What year is the most dependable Corvette?
The 1963 Corvette is widely regarded as the most reliable Corvette of all time. Much of the reliability comes down to its reuse of the transmission offerings from the 1962 Corvette, which were already well known for their dependability, especially in regards to the 4-speed manual.
What is the downside of owning a Corvette?
They may scoff at the weak fuel economy and low ground clearance (ranging from 3.7 to 5.0 inches in models released after the millennium) almost guaranteeing contact with the pavement at the slightest bump or pothole. But car enthusiasts can agree the price is right.
Are Corvettes high maintenance?
The Chevrolet Corvette Reliability Rating is 3.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 23rd out of 24 for midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $737 which means it has average ownership costs.
What year was the bad Corvette?
What is the worse Corvette of all time? 1975. The body was degraded from the original 1968 shark design with energy-absorbing boat anchors on each end. The engine was a sluggish 350 with only 165 hp, hardly enough to run the quarter in 16.1 seconds at 87.4 mph.
Is A Corvette a reliable car?
While the Corvette is known as a reliable car, it sometimes can have performance issues. Since its debut in 1953, the many models of this iconic car have excited drivers worldwide. But different iterations have also experienced various problems with performance and other features.
What year Corvette has the least problems?
10 Most Reliable Used Chevrolet Corvettes To Buy
- 7 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C7: 85/100. ...
- 6 2009 Chevrolet Corvette C6: 86/100. ...
- 5 2018 Chevrolet Corvette C7: 87/100. ...
- 4 2019 Chevrolet Corvette C7: 87/100. ...
- 3 2021 Chevrolet Corvette C8: 89/100. ...
- 2 2022 Chevrolet Corvette C8: 92/100. ...
- 1 2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8: 92/100.
Are Corvettes good quality?
Quality and Reliability 92.0/100
The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette has a predicted reliability score of 92 out of 100.
2016 Chevrolet Corvette car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Corvette problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Wheels problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Chevrolet Corvette vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Chevrolet Corvette
The NHTSA has received 95 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-15
- VIN: 1G1YM3D73G5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission is very erratic to shift, especially when cold. Sometime, when pressing the accelerator, the car hesitates before moving forward. This can be dangerous at intersections with oncoming traffic. The transmission was inspected by a Chevy dealer right after the car was purchased (09/2017) and parts replaced. The symptoms still happen. It was inspected again 01/2023 by a Chevy dealer and the transmission fluid flushed. The symptoms still happen regularly. GM is aware of this dangerous issue, yet nothing has been done to correct the problem.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-26
- VIN: 1G1YM2D78G5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the structure of the dashboard had started to detach from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,027.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-10
- VIN: 1G1YU2D60G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Normal driving - about 69,000 miles. Rear wheel rim developed cracks in inner bead lip causing complete loss of inflation.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-01
- VIN: 1G1YS2D60G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Rear rims have cracks. Which is causing the car to lose air and it also lose traction.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-20
- VIN: 1G1YS2D63G5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The transmission has a shudder issue at speeds between 60 and 80 mph. Gives the feeling of driving over rumble strips. Vehicle milage is 6200 miles. The dealership verified the issue associated with the transmission and indicated that a repair bulletin was issued by GM to correct the issue
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-14
- VIN: 1G1YA2D74G5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving from a stop, after engaging the clutch, the vehicle started to shudder and vibrate and nearly stalled. The contact pulled over into a parking lot. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the valve spring had fractured in half within cylinder #5. Further diagnostic test determined that the failure had caused damage to the engine, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-01
- VIN: 1G1YB2D70G5
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel smells after filling up seems like there is a leak, received a letters from manufacturer but miss placed it, when we found it it was over the mileage limit. Now they will not fix the safety issue.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-03
- VIN: 1G1YT2D60G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Wheels are defective and cracked at approx 22k miles normal use. Inside of driver wheel cracked and does not hold air.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-06
- VIN: 1G1YJ3D77G5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Attempted to start my Corvette. My Corvette was in the my garage Battery was dead. Called for a jump start. When mechanic arrived, I got into the driver's seat. When he applied electric power to the car battery, interior lights flickered, radio came on, tach needle and other needles cycled and my electric power adjustable seat went full forward and the electric power adjustable steering wheel went full down. This happened in seconds. The engine was not running. I thought I was going to be crushed by the steering wheel. I have a small frame. If I were a bigger person, I would have sustained a crushing chest injury or death. With the seat full forward and the steering wheel full down with great difficult I wiggled my way out of my Corvette. My Corvette is scheduled for diagnostic / repair on 11 Apr 23 at Criswell Chevrolet in Thurmont, MD. I have notified GM customer support and provided this narrative to them on 6 Apr 23.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-01
- VIN: 1G1YU3D68G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the wheels were cracking from the inside. The contact stated that the TPMS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the wheels needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-29
- VIN: 1G1YN2D61G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Started loosing tire pressure on L/R tire, local tire shop informed and showed me that my left rear rim has a crack which causes loos of air. This is a known issue that GM wants to blame on drivers but issue stems from GM using cheaper cast aluminum materials instead of forged materials which are better suited due to the amount of torque that the ZO6 models generated. *Note* GM used forged material on their ZR1 models!!
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-21
- VIN: 1G1YB2D73G5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Since the vehicle was new, it has exhibited a transmission shake or shudder that is especially noticeable when the Active Fuel Management is active. The vehicle was serviced by Chevrolet under warranty on Dec. 5, 2017, for a transmission shake and/or shudder repair using the flush methods described in Bulletin No. 18-NA-355, but it has continued to exhibit a transmission shake or shudder. My local Chevrolet dealership has now diagnosed the vehicle as having a torque converter with excessive slippage and recommended a replacement torque converter at a cost of $3,450 including parts and labor, or a total transmission replacement at a cost of $8,100. My vehicle currently has 24,473 miles on the odometer. A major transmission component should not fail in less than 25,000 miles on a modern flagship vehicle used for light, non-everyday driving from a leading U.S. auto manufacturer.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-31
- VIN: 1G1YD3D73G5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission shudder a low acceleration. Requires Triple Transmission flush. Vehicle is 2016 Model with 10500 miles GM refused any responsibility. GM was aware they had an issue with the transmission fluid. It has gone through two reformulations to correct the issue.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-23
- VIN: 1G1YT2D6XG5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Vehicle has less than 8k miles and right rear wheel has a stress fracture on inside of wheel. Zero signs of damage to the tire or anything indicating cause of fracture was from a road hazard. Fracture causes a slow air leak. Hundreds if not 1000s of corvette owners 2015-2019 have had this issue.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-15
- VIN: 1G1YU2D61G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Rear rims (20 by 12, cast aluminum) have both cracked with no trauma to the rim other than simply driving the car on the street. Right rear has been repaired multiple times and has now cracked right beside the repaired cracks. The left rear has cracked on the inside by the bead and with two wheels cracked and leaking air, I have ended up ordering two new rims from GM. I put some tire sealant in the left rear and that slowed down the slow leak while the new rims were being delivered. I have talked about this many times with the dealer and with GM, and they say I must have caused the cracks by my driving, which doesn't make sense to me. They say sue me and point out that you, the NTHSA, haven't ordered the rims recalled. These are now the seventh and eighth cracks that have developed on my rear rims, three different rims. One original lasted 27,000 miles before the first crack. The replacement original for that first rim lasted about 7,000 miles before the first crack. The last original rim of the same size on the back lasted 37,500 miles before the first crack appeared. I bought a 1978 Corvette new with forged aluminum rims and drove it some 150,000 miles with no rim cracking problems and I drove a 2001 Corvette Z06 that I bought used for over 100,000 miles over the same roads I've now driving my 2016 Corvette on and had not a single rim cracking problem (again, forged aluminum rims on that). I have had no cracking problems with the front 19 by 10 cast aluminum rims, so it sure appears to be the rear rim cracks are because of defects in the casting process. GM make the choice to go with cast aluminum rims instead of the stronger forged aluminum, and I don't take exception to their design choice as long as the rims hold up to everyday driving stresses. The rim cracks historically expand over time and ignoring them could, in the dealer's estimation, result in catastrophic rim failure resulting in a serious accident and potential driver fatality.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-19
- VIN: 1G1YU2D61G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Rear rim (20 inch by 12 inch, cast aluminum) cracked in two places. These are the fifth and sixth cracks I've had in two rear rims. Reported it to the dealer and they effectively said "sue GM", won't help me. When the rim cracks, the tire looses air pressure and the car's sensors tell me the air pressure is low. These cracks appear on the inside of the rear wheels without any trauma to the rim. I do have the rim available for inspection upon request. Obviously a cracked rim could result in the rim coming apart while I'm driving resulting in an uncontrollable car and an accident that could be life threatening. Mileage at the moment is 37,201. Pictures of the original cracking were sent to a metalurgy professor who opined the rim was obviously defective. GM refuses to acknowledge the cracking issue with these Z06 rims and now won't even find me a replacement rim.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-07
- VIN: 1G1YP2D66G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: All 4 rims were all bent when tires were replaced a few months ago and Americas tire found that there were several cracks in the rims with only 25,000 miles on the car. Looking through the corvette forum, thousands of people have had the same problem. This is a huge safety concern with this fast of a car.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-27
- VIN: 1G1YC2D71G5
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The top drivers side of the windshield has a 2" hairline crack that you cannot feel from the outside of the vehicle. Numerous Corvette Forum Sites have discussions regarding this to be a manufacturer assembly flaw. Apparently there is some left over welding material near the corner of the windshield pillar. This material creates pressure against the inside of the glass causing it to crack on the inside layer of glass. I have contacted the local Chevrolet dealer and the GM Customer Care Center. Both have declined to even look at the crack stating it is not GM's fault. There are numerous posts on the Corvette Forums showing pictures of cracks just like mine. GM's answer was to have my insurance company replace the glass. I do not feel this is right given this is a quality control issue. Some of the windshields in the forum posts have continued to crack across the whole top of the windshield. See below for forum sites and discussions! https://www.stingrayforums.com/threads/cracked-windshield-just-cracked-itself.39937/ https://www.stingrayforums.com/threads/cracked-windshield-already.6414/ https://www.corvette7.com/forums/showthread.php?p=9165900 My car only has 11,000 miles on it, has never been driven in the rain and is always covered in my garage when not in use. It also has never been in an accident.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-27
- VIN: 1G1YU2D61G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Have now experienced, for the FOURTH time, a crack in one of my rear cast aluminum rims on my 2016 limited edition C7R Corvette. Once the rim cracks, it leaks air, slowly to start with but then faster and faster as the crack grows over time. This latest crack is on a rim that I bought for over $1,000 from my local GM/Chevy dealer when they wouldn't do anything for me over a previously cracked rim. Every one of the four cracks have been on the inside of the rear rim with no trauma evidence to be seen as a don't hit curbs or potholes with my car. I drive carefully as evidenced by my getting 19.7 miles per gallon for the life of my car and as much as 27 miles per gallon for a 50 mile stretch. I don't take it racing or abuse it as this was my dream car, one of 500 made for the US market. The local dealer folks admit the rims are defective but say they can't do anything about it because GM says the rims are not defective. The first cracked rim was also examined by a metals professor at Sacramento State who confirmed the rim was defective but said destructive testing would be required to prove that with absolute certainty. I have not agreed to destructive testing and am in possession of the latest cracked rim. Once a rim cracks, I have to get it replaced or fixed as the car is not really usable with a flat tire.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-08
- VIN: 1g1yp2d60g5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Right rim is cracked. Mechanic informed me the tire leak is due to cracked rim. Appears like others have the same issue. What’s not known is if the crack is propagating therefore becoming a true safety hazard while driving the vehicle at highway speeds.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-27
- VIN: 1g1yp2d60g5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: The left rear rim on the vehicle cracked resulting in air loss. GM covered only a 40% of the cost to replace. This fracture places all four of the wheels in question. Rims should not CRACK and fail.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-05
- VIN: 1G1YU2D61G5
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Right rear rim cracked for the third time on my car. I noticed a slow leak after driving for about an hour earlier in the day. I get back in my car after a round of golf and notice that the right rear tire is low on air pressure. This is the third time I've had a cracked rim. I don't abuse my car, as this is a limited edition C7R, one of 500 made for the US market. My dealer admits that the rims are defective but says they can't do anything about it because GM says the rims aren't defective. Even though my car is only five years old with less than 36,000 miles on it, GM no longer makes these rims and none are available nationwide, so I'm forced to go to a aluminum wheel repair shop to get my rim fixed as there is no alternative. The original rim cracked, the $1,000 OEM replacement rim cracked (in the same place), and now the original rim repaired has cracked (again in the same area just next to where it was repaired).
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-17
- VIN: 1G1YS2D60G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while the vehicle was being serviced at a tire shop, he was notified that the rear driver and passenger side rims were cracked. The contact called the local dealer to inform them of the failure and ordered both rims to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,488.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-10
- VIN: 1G1YU2D61G5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I RETURNED TO MY CAR AFTER PLAYING A ROUND OF GOLF ON MONDAY AND THE CAR SAID THE RIGHT REAR TIRE WAS LOW. I DROVE TO THE TIRE STORE AND THEY FOUND THE RIM WAS CRACKED WITH NO SIGNS OF ANY TRAUMA TO THE RIM OR TIRE. I HAD THE SAME THING HAPPEN IN JANUARY 2020, AND ENDED UP BUYING A NEW ALUMINUM RIM FROM THE DEALER (OVER $1.000) BECAUSE GM SAYS THE RIM ISN'T DEFECTIVE. THE CAR THEN HAD 26,500 MILES ON IT. NOW 7,600 MILES AND A LITTLE OVER A YEAR LATER, THE NEW REPLACEMENT RIM CRACKS ON THE INSIDE OF THE RIM IN THE VERY SAME MANNER AS THE ORIGINAL RIM CRACKED. I'VE ATTACHED A PICTURE AND NOW HAVE TWO CRACKED (DEFECTIVE) RIMS IN HAND. I REPORTED THE FIRST CRACKED RIM TO NTHSA WHEN IT HAPPENED A YEAR AGO AND NOW AM REPORTING THE SECOND IDENTICAL DEFECT. DO I NEED TO DRIVE THE CAR AND HURT MYSELF VIA AN ACCIDENT TO GET YOU FOLKS TO TAKE MY CASE SERIOUSLY?
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-04
- VIN: 1G1YM3D70G5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE A '16 CORVETTE Z-51 W/8-SPEED AUTO TRANS. ORDERED CAR BRAND NEW IN APRIL 2015 - TOOK POSSESSION IN SEPT. 2015. CAR TURNED 6,000 MILES IN APRIL 2021. ON A DRIVE RECENTLY, REAR END BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE A SHUDDER/ VIBRATION BETWEEN 50-65 MPH LIKE DRIVING OVER SMALL RUMBLE STRIPS. INTERNET RESEARCH RESULTED IN ME FINDING THE EXISTENCE OF SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 18-NA-355, DATED FEBRUARY 2019 AND AN UPDATED BULLETIN WITH SAME NUMBER DATED APRIL, 2020. PROBLEM IS A KNOWN PROBLEM FOR A HOST OF GM VEHICLES FROM 2015-19 WITH THE GM 8L45 AND 8L90 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. APPARENTLY THE WRONG FLUID WAS INSTALLED IN THESE TRANSMISSIONS. REFERENCE ATTACHED BULLETIN 18-NA-355. TOOK CAR TO DEALER THE FOLLOWING MONDAY AND IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING THE STATED TRANSMISSION SHUDDER PROBLEM AS OUTLINED IN SERVICE BULLETIN. BECAUSE MY CAR IS OUT OF FACTORY WARRANTY BY 6-MONTHS AND GM EXTENDED WARRANTY WON'T COVER FOR THIS EXPENSE, I WAS LEFT TO PAY THE $650 TO CORRECT A KNOWN ISSUE. WHY MUST OWNERS PAY FOR GM'S ERROR? ATTACHED BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE STEPS TAKEN TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, INVOLVING 3 FLUSHES AND INSTALLING NEW/ DIFFERENT TYPE OF TRANSMISSION FLUID - NEW PART NUMBER 19417577. TIME WILL TELL IF THIS SO-CALLED FIX WORKS. INTERNET AUTO FORUMS INDICATE SOME FOLKS HAVE HAD TO RETURN TO THE GM DEALER MORE THAN ONCE FOR THIS PROBLEM, AFTER THE FLUSH PROCEDURE. CONTACTED GM AND LOGGED FORMAL COMPLAINT -- WITH NO RESPONSE AND BASICALLY NOTHING BUT A RUN AROUND THUS FAR. AS A CONSUMER WHO PAID GOOD MONEY FOR A HIGH END PERFORMANCE VEHICLE WOULD IT NOT HAVE BEEN GOOD BUSINESS PRACTICE TO NOTIFY CUSTOMERS OF A PENDING PROBLEM RATHER THAN REMAIN SILENT ABOUT THE PROBLEM, LET VEHICLE WARRANTY RUN OUT, THEN TELL CUSTOMERS IT'S THEIR PROBLEM? POOR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION POLICY NO DOUBT! GM SHOULD BE FORCED TO OWN UP TO THIS PROBLEM AND PAY FOR THE REPAIR.
2016 Chevrolet Corvette recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
Negative 2016 Chevrolet Corvette car reviews
Positive 2016 Chevrolet Corvette car reviews
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First and foremost, I am an ASE master tech. I own two transmission shops here in Colorado. In the past, I have owned several high-performance cars, including a brand new 2008 GT500 (531 rwhp), a brand new 2011 GS Corvette (which I highly modified to 525 rwhp), and a brand new 2014 Camaro ZL1 (which I modified to 698 rwhp and 690 Rwtq). However, I recently came across this 2016 Z06, and it is truly amazing! I haven't done anything to it because it's legitimately as fast as all my other cars, if not faster! The acceleration is insane, and it holds the road like a race car. Even an average driver can feel like a race car caliber driver in this car. It does get hot when driven aggressively on mountain roads in the summer, but I'm planning to do the appropriate upgrades to address that. Overall, I'm really impressed with this car and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a high-performance vehicle.I have a ZL1 that I'm putting a LSX 454 in, so I think I just want to keep it stock for the car shows in 20 years. I highly recommend this vehicle!
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If you're in the market for a V8 sports car, this is definitely the best value for your money. It's also great on gas and has low maintenance costs. While you may experience some minor squeaks and rattles, they are usually easy to address.
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What a lovely car! The white LT2 with hot red interior is a real beauty. The refined quality and thrilling driving experience make it a joy to drive. The Bose system and heads up display are fantastic, and the car has a mean rumble. The gas mileage is great too! While the blind spot can be a bit of a challenge in highly flooded traffic areas, the lane departure assistance could be improved. I did have a couple of minor issues with the front grille and gas top, but they were quickly resolved under warranty. It's important to note that this car may not be the best choice for families, but if you're looking for a stylish and exciting ride, the Corvette is definitely a lifestyle choice worth considering!
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Z needs a skilled driver, not a toy!
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Hey there! If you're thinking about purchasing a car, I would recommend comparing the Grand Sport and the Z06. Both have a lot of power, but the Z06 is on another level!
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Are you having problems with your 2016 Chevrolet Corvette?
Nathaniel Wunsch 2024-10-17
I have owned 13 brand new cars in my 71 years, and the 2016 Corvette is the most fun to drive. The comfort is surprisingly superb and the performance is terrific. Although there have been some unresolved issues with the air conditioner/climate control and seat cooling, the gas mileage is unbelievably wonderful and the Long Beach Red color is a real head-turner. Despite the reliability issues and time spent in the shop, I still believe that this car is worth it. While I have had some regrets about buying it, I still think that it is a great car overall. However, if you are looking for a more reliable option, I would recommend a Mustang instead.No one should buy a Corvette due to the poor service and negative experiences I had with two dealers, Reliable and Casa in Albuquerque. I am confident that I will choose a Mustang for my next car purchase, once this Corvette depreciates to zero as they all do. Despite the issues I have had, I am certain that the air conditioner will be fixed and I am hopeful that the seat cooling will work properly in the future.
Cody Walter 2024-09-09
Although the C7 is a thrilling car to drive, it falls short in certain aspects. The visibility and interior room are not as good as the C6. Additionally, the quality of my C7 was subpar, which led me to sell it. The cooled seats, start/stop button, and memory seats were all unreliable, and the windshield had bubbles that obstructed my view. Despite its power and handling, the car's numerous issues were frustrating, and the Chevy Dealer was unable to fix them. For a car that costs $70,000, I expected better. In hindsight, I regret selling my C6.
Jarvis Gaylord 2024-07-08
It sounds like you had a bit of trouble getting in and out of the car, and the low seating position and poorly placed seam in the seat cushion made it uncomfortable. Additionally, the clutch engagement was short and high in the length of travel, which can be a bit challenging. It's understandable that the low seating position can be unsettling when driving in heavy highway traffic, and overall it seems like the car was disappointing for you. It's important to make sure you're comfortable with the seating position and entry/exit before committing to a car like this.