2018 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 2018 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette, several common problems have been reported:
- Fuel Level Sensor Failure:
- One of the top issues reported by owners is the failure of the fuel level sensor. This problem can lead to inaccurate fuel level readings, causing inconvenience and potential issues with fuel management.
- Cracked and Warped Wheels:
- Another significant problem faced by owners of the 7th generation Corvette (2014-2019) is the occurrence of cracked and warped wheels. This issue with cast aluminum wheels can impact the vehicle's performance and safety.
- Other Common Problems:
- While not explicitly mentioned in the search results, other common problems reported by owners of the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette may include issues with the infotainment system, electrical components, and transmission.
These problems can affect the overall driving experience, safety, and maintenance costs of the Chevrolet Corvette 2018 model. Owners experiencing these issues should consult with a qualified auto repair shop or dealer to address and resolve these concerns effectively.
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 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 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.
Is a Corvette 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.
Is Corvette C7 reliable?
Chevy C7 Corvettes aren't all rainbows and sunshine to live with. While they are generally regarded as reliable sports cars, things can go wrong. One of the US's favorite cars would be none other than the Chevrolet Corvette.
What is the problem with the 2017 C7?
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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.
2018 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
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Tires problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2018 Chevrolet Corvette vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2018 Chevrolet Corvette
The NHTSA has received 49 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2018 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-31
- VIN: 1G1YV2D72J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Inside lip of rear wheel cracked and wheel bent beyond repair, per wheel repair company. OEM make and model tire was in place and no noticeable impact was felt to cause this failure. This caused an air leak leaving me stranded at the side of the highway. Had to buy an expensive replacement wheel.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-08
- VIN: 1G1YY3D77J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Vehicle had a shake, and felt like it was shifting wrong. Apparently, Two of the four rims have were confirmed cracked which led to an unsafe vehicle for travel. The vehicle had approximately 15,230 miles on the tires and rims when air was leaking out. All four tires were shot. All four tires and all four rims had to be replaced.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-21
- VIN: 1g1yx2d7xj5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Rear wheel cracked in 4 places inside rim towards outside causing slow leak. Could eventually crack enough to cause wheel to fail.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-15
- VIN: 1G1YY2D71J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Purchased the vehicle February 2018. In September 2019, I replaced the tires and within a few days, I started losing air pressure. Both rear wheels cracked. I tried to get GM to honor the 36 month bumper to bumper warranty but they refused. I purchased replacement wheels at my own expense. In June 2022, after 9000 miles, the car started driving rough so I brought it to the dealership. Both the driver side wheels, front and back, are bent.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-13
- VIN: 1G1YY2D74J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Prior to warranty expiration I took my car to be checked for vibration at highway speed. McMulkin Chevrolet NH told me they had to change the fluid in the transmission. This did nothing for the problem. During this time the drivers side tires would lose tire pressure faster than what is acceptable. At no time did the dealer mention the wheel cracking and warping problem experienced by this model vehicle. A year later I am experiencing excessive air leakage on three wheels. Upon further inspection I have found that the three tires have stress cracks. If I had known about the wheel defect I would have taken action sooner. I find this to be a dangerous safety related policy by GM to not alert the owners of these vehicles to the widespread problem.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-03
- VIN: 1g1yx2d77j5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Failure was the right rear wheel cracked in two places causing tire to go flat on highway . A flat tire could cause the vehicle to go out of control in traffic resultion in a serious accident causing injury or death Dealer Bob Huff Chevolet of Wrythville Va diagnosed and confirmed the problem and initially Walmart tire and service attempted to diagnose and fix the tire thinking a nail had beenj picked up causing a air leak but discovered the cracked wheel in two places causing air loss wrs . A new wheel was ordered by Bob Huff Chevy and installed by them. GM is well aware of the cracked wheels and refuse to do anything about it calling the bad wheels a result of road hazards and potholes etc. When the tire loses air the low tire warning light comes on and more air must be installed but as i was stranded on Easter Saturday and Sunday waiting too order a new wheel making it impossible to travel as i could only get about 25 miles after putting additional air in the tire.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-02
- VIN: 1G1YP2D67J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I PURCHASED MY 20018 CORVETTE Z06 IN DECEMBER OF 2020 AND BECAUSE THIS WAS A VERY EXPENSIVE VEHICLE I ALSO PURCHASED AN EXTENDED 6 YEAR BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY. I DROVE CAR OFF THE LOT AND DROVE IT FOR A VERY BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME AND DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A SLOW LEAK IN THE DRIVER REAR TIRE AND TOOK IT TO BE REPAID AND THE DISCOUNT TIRE COMPANY SAID THAT IT WAS CRACKED WITH A FAILING REPAIR. I THEN LOOKED TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TO REPORT THIS UNSAFE SITUATION AND THEY INFORMED THEY COULDN'T COVER UNDER ANY OF MY WARRANTIES AND THAT IT WAS A MANUFACTURER ISSUE NOT THEIRS I ALSO TOOK OFF ALL 4 WHEELS TO SEE IF OTHERS WERE CRACKED AND 1 ADDITIONAL FRONT PASSENGER TIRE WAS CRACKED AND REPAIRED SO I HAVE 2 THAT ARE UNSAFE TO DRIVE ON. I ALSO CONTACTED CHEVROLET CONSUMER AFFAIRS WHO AFTER A MONTH FINALLY GOT BACK TO ME TO SAY THAT IT IS THE ROADS NOT THE WHEELS SO THEY ARE NOT COVERING THIS ISSUE UNLESS AND UNTIL A LAWSUIT IS SUCCESSFUL IN CREATING A RECALL CAMPAIGN. WITH THAT SAID AM LOOKING TO JOIN A LAWSUIT BECAUSE I HAVE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE TO DRIVE WITH THAT GM KNOWINGLY IS CONTINUING TO DENY AND SOMEONE MAY LOSE THEIR LIFE BY CRASHING AFTER A BLOWOUT THAT MOST LIKELY COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED BY GM STEPPING UP AND TAKING ACCOUNTABILITY FOR SELLING US FAULTY CAST WHEELS.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-02
- VIN: 1G1YY2D70J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I STARTED FEELING VIBRATIONS IN DEC 2018, TOOK IT TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT ONE OF MY RIMS IS BENT...TOOK IT TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP JUNE 2019 AND THAT DEALERSHIP CONFIRMED THAT THE RIMS WERE CRACKED...FINALLY JULY 2020 I PURCHASED FOUR NEW TIRES AND THAT'S WHEN IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MY TWO FRONT RIMS ARE BENT AND THE TWO REAR RIMS HAVE CRACKS IN THEM. GM WILL NOT REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE RIMS, SO I ENDED UP PURCHASING NEW RIMS.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-09
- VIN: 1G1YY2D78J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: 4 CRACKS IN REAR WHEEL. 2ND OCCURANCE
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-30
- VIN: 1G1YY2D78J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: THE RIM CRACKED SEVERAL MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING IT. IT'S WELL KNOWN THIS MODEL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED WITH THIS PROBLEM. THE REPLACEMENT WAS COSTLY. 2018 GRAND SPORT, WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE MY TIRE LOSS PRESSURE AND I HAD TO MAKE AND EMERGENCY EXIT AFTER BEING ALERTED BY THE VEHICLE.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-18
- VIN: 1G1YY2D79J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: 4 BENT AND CRACKED RIMS UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. GM REFUSED TO REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-21
- VIN: 1G1Y12D73J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THERE WAS A VIBRATION COMING FROM THE TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN TIRE SHOP WHERE THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE RIMS WERE BENT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THE RIMS WERE CHANGED TWICE WITHIN A YEAR. FRIENDLY CHEVROLET (7501 HWY 65 NE, FRIDLEY, MN 55432 612) 276-2955) WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THEM OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,800.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-29
- VIN: 1G1YX2D79J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHEVROLET CORVETTE EQUIPPED WITH SATIN BLACK WHEELS W/ COLORED STRIPE - 19X8.5/20X10. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEED THE VEHICLE FELT THAT THE PASSENGER TIRE WAS FLAT. THE CONTACT GOT OUT THE VEHICLE LOOKED AT THE PASSENGER TIRE AND SEEN THE RIM CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER HORNE AUTO CENTER 651 W DEUCE OF CLUBS, SHOW LOW, AZ 85901. WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT NO RECALLS WAS UNDER THE VIN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE THEN WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE RIM WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 25,000.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-29
- VIN: 1G1YY2D79J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: NOTICED THAT REAR TIRE WAS LEAKING AIR. CHECKED FOR NAIL OR OTHER OBJECT IN TIRE. THE DEALERSHIP FOUND THAT THE REAR WHEELS WERE CRACKED AND LOSING AIR. PICS SENT TO GM WHO REFUSED TO REPAIR. I THEN HAD THEM WELDED IN AN EFFORT TO FIX THE PROBLEM. STILL LOSING AIR. I HAVE THE REPAIR INVOICE.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- VIN: 1G1YS2D65J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: DEIVER REAR WHEEL BEGAN LOAING AIR PRESSURE SUDDENLY 1 WEEK AGO. TIRE PRESSURE WOULD DROP AROUND 1 PSI/HOUR. TOOK TO TIRE SHOP AND NO TIRE PROBLEMS WERE IDENTIFIED BUT THE WHEEL HAD 3 CRACKS IN THE INNER WHEEL LIP. INSPECTION OF PASSENGER REAR WHEEL REVEALED A SINGLE CRACK THAT HAD NOT YET CAUSED TIRE PRESSURE LOSS. THE WHEEL CRACKING ISSUE IS WELL KNOWN AND A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT HAS BEEN FILED BUT NO RECALL YET. I FEAR THAT MY SAFETY COULD HAVE BEEN IN JEOPARDY WITH A WHEEL CRACKING AT SPEED. PROBLEM FIRST IDENTIFIED WHEN STARTING A STATIONARY VEHICLE AS THE TPMS NOTIFIED OF A LOW PRESSURE. PROBLEM CONTINUED UNTIL I SECTION OF WHEELS IDENTIFIED CRACKS.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-19
- VIN: 1G1YX2D70J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I HAD MY TIRES CHANGED OUT AT LESS THAN 16,000 MILES!! ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO AND 4,000 MILES LATER MY TPS LET ME KNOW I WAS LOSING TIRE PRESSURE IN MY REAR PASSENGER SIDE. I MONITORED IT AND REALIZED I WAS LOSING ABOUT 5 PSI PER WEEK. I HAVE THE ROAD HAZARD WARRANTY SO I TOOK IT BACK TO MY TIRE GUY. AFTER PULLING THE WHEEL AND TIRE OFF, THEY SPRAYED SOME SOAPY WATER ON IT. THEY FOUND TWO CRACKS ON THE INNER LIP OF THE RIM. THE CRACKS ARE ABOUT 3 INCHES IN LENGTH GOING FROM THE INNER LIP HEADING OUT. THE CRACKS ARE ABOUT 10 INCHES APART FROM EACH OTHER.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-27
- VIN: 1G1YS2D67J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: AFTER ONLY 15683MI THE CAR HAS 2 BENT AND ONE CRACKED ALUMINUM WHEEL. THIS WAS NOTICED TODAY WHEN AFTER ALREADY HAVING TO PUT NEW TIRES ON THE CAR (15399 MILES)THE RIGHT REAR WAS AT 10PSI. AFTER TAKING THE CAR TO THE SHOP TO LOOK AT THE ISSUE AN APPROX 3CM CRACK WAS NOTED ON THE INNERMOST PORTION OF THE RIM ON THE BEAD. *TR
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-13
- VIN: 1G1YY2D70J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: CRACKED LEFT REAR INSIDE RIM NOTICED AFTER TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM INDICATED LOW TIRE. *TR
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-29
- VIN: 1G1YX2D70J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I HAVE OWNED THE CAR SINCE NEW WHEN IT WAS PURCHASED IN THE SPRING OF 2019. SINCE THIS TIME, I HAVE DRIVEN THE CAR APPROXIMATELY 11000 ISSUE FREE MILES. AS OF 2 WEEKS AGO, I HAD ALL FOUR TIRES REPLACED AT A CHEVY DEALERSHIP. A FEW DAYS AFTER, I NOTED THAT THERE WAS A SLOW TIRE PRESSURE LEAK IN THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE. UPON TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE WERE 2 LARGE CRACKS IN THAT WHEEL, CAUSING THE LEAK. BECAUSE OF THIS, WE INSPECTED THE REMAINING 3 WHEELS TO FIND THAT THE OTHER REAR WHEEL ALSO HAD A CRACK. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN ANY IMPACT TO THE WHEELS (POTHOLES, DEBRIS IMPACT, ETC.), THAT WOULD HAVE EVER INDICATED TO ME TO CHECK FOR DAMAGE. THIS APPEARS TO BE A WORKMANSHIP ISSUE FROM CHEVROLET THAT COULD HAVE SEVERE SAFETY IMPLICATIONS IF IT WERE TO TAIL CATASTROPHICALLY AT SPEED.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-12
- VIN: 1G1YX2D72J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE FROM KENTUCKY TO FLORIDA THE FOLLOWING DAY I RECIEVED AN ALERT ON MY PHONE SAYING MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE WAS FLAT. AFTER EXAMINING THE TIRE AND WHEEL I DISCOVERED A SIGNIFICANT CRACK ON THE INBOARD SIDE OF THE RIM. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DALE EARNHARDT JR CHEVROLET IN TALLAHASSEE FL. AFTER INSPECTING THE WHEEL THEY WOULD NOT COVER THE DAMAGE AS A DEFECTIVE WHEEL. I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE ALMOST 2 YEARS AND HAS 15,000 MILES. THIS WILL BE THE 2ND WHEEL THAT HAS CRACKED AND AND 3 THAT HAS BENT. GM REFUSED TO COVER ANY OF THEM. THE FIRST WHEEL BENT WITHIN 500 MILES OF PURCHASE, THE DEALER BOUGHT THAT REPLACEMENT WHEEL. I PURCHASED AN EXTRA WHEEL AND TIRE WARRANTY AFTER THAT AND THEY PAID FOR 2 BENT AND I CRACKED WHEEL. I BELIEVE THEY TOO NOW KNOW THESE Z06/GRAND SPORT WHEELS ARE DEFECTIVE AND ARE REFUSING TO PAY FOR THIS CURRENTLY CRACKED WHEEL. THIS RIM WAS CRACKED DURING MY DRIVE FROM KENTUCKY TO FLORIDA CAUSING THE FLAT TIRE. ONE DAY THIS ISSUE IS GOING TO CAUSE SOMEONE TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT AND GM WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-02
- VIN: 1G1YX2D72J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: REAR OEM WHEELS OF HAVE LIP CRACKS AND CHEVROLET WILL NOT HONOR NEW RIMS UNDER THE FULL FACTORY WARRANTY. THEY HAVE STATED THAT THE RIMS HAVE DEVELOPED CRACKS FROM HITTING POT HOLES. THIS IS NOT CORRECT BECAUSE I HAVE NOT HIT ANY "POTHOLES" OR ANY OTHER ROAD IMPERFECTIONS THAT WOULD CAUSE ALL OF THESE LIP CRACKS. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF THE SAME COMPLAINTS. THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE WHEELS THAT ARE ON THE GRAND SPORT MODEL. THREE DEALERSHIPS HAVE TOLD ME THAT I NEED TO BUY NEW RIMS AT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. I PAID $55,000 FOR A CAR THAT SHOULD NOT NEED NEW RIMS. THE ISSUE IS THAT IF I BUY NEW OEM RIMS, MANY OTHER CORVETTE OWNERS HAVE DONE THIS AND THE SAME CRACKS APPEAR ON THE NEW REPLACEMENT WHEELS. THIS IS JUST WRONG AND CHEVROLET KNOWS THEY HAVE A PROBLEM YET FAIL TO TAKE OWNERSHIP. VERY DISAPPOINTING AND FRUSTRATING TO SAY THE LEAST. BOTH WHEELS LOST AIR PRESSURE AND ONE WENT COMPLETELY FLAT. VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE OF DEFECTIVE WHEELS ARE EXPRESSWAY SPEEDS. I WENT TO MANY SHOPS TO GET THEM REPAIRED AND NO-ONE WILL EVEN TOUCH THEM!
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-21
- VIN: 1G1YZ3D7XJ5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: BOTH REAR RIMS (WHEELS) CRACKED, RESULTING IN REPEATED LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. DISCOVERED AT 13,500 MILES, STILL UNDER BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY, GM DECLINES WARRANTY COVERAGE STATING IT MUST HAVE OCCURRED FROM A ROAD HAZARD. CORVETTE FORUMS DISCUSS MULTIPLE 2018 GRAND SPORTS WITH SIMILAR CRACKED RIMS. DOCUMENTATION FROM DEALER AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-04
- VIN: 1G1YD2D75J5
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS
- Summary: I JUST PURCHASED THE VEHICLE 11-04-2019. THE TRUNK POPS OPEN WHEN I GET IN THE CAR AND SIT DOWN. THERE IS ALSO A PROBLEM WHEN BACKING UP TO PULL OFF AND TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT, THE CAR WILL START JERKING AND THERE'S A POPPING SOUND.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-26
- VIN: 1G1YR2D62J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: WHILE GETTING NEW TIRES INSTALLED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED ONE OF MY WHEELS WAS CRACKED. I HAD NOT HIT ANY POTHOLES OR ANYTHING THAT WOULD CAUSE MAJOR STRESS TO THE WHEEL. IF I HAD NOT NEEDED NEW TIRES, THE CRACK LIKELY WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN FOUND UNTIL IT CATASTROPHICALLY FAILED.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-17
- VIN: 1G1YS3D67J5
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: MY 2018 CORVETTE ZO6 UPON INSPECTION OF THE TIRE LOSING AIR, DEALERSHIP FOUND BOTH RIGHT SIDE WHEELS TO BE BENT..THESES ARE CHROME ALUMINUM WHEELS WITH 6,513 MILES ON THE CAR. DATE OF SERVICE WAS JUN 4, 2019. I PAYED TO HAVE THEM REPAIRED.. NEXT TIME, ON SEPT. 17, 2019, TIRE WAS LOSING AIR. THIS TIME THE DEALERSHIP FOUND THE RIM TO BE CRACKED..I THEN HAD TO PAY FOR A NEW RIM. DEALERSHIP DOESN'T STAND BEHIND THERE CUSTOMERS AND NEITHER DOES GM. ABSOLUTELY A PROBLEM IN THE MANUFACTURING.. THAT HAPPENED WITH ONLY 8716 MILES ON MY CAR..
Negative 2018 Chevrolet Corvette car reviews
Positive 2018 Chevrolet Corvette car reviews
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This is the only high performance car under 150k that I had not owned before. I made the buying decision based on the sleek lines, and I must say, this is a bad boy car that looks so good! The comfort is great, and although there is some road noise, it is easily covered by the loud engine. The instruments are easy to operate, and even though it is a low slung car, you get all that goes with it. The trunk is spacious enough to hold a spinning wheel, although I haven't tried luggage yet. I usually drive in economy mode, which gives me a gas mileage of around 22-ish, but if I hot rod, then it drops considerably. I drive pretty conservatively unless I need to show off. The front camera is a great option to avoid hitting curbs, but I do wish it had lane change assist. I understand that it is not a car for everyone, but I can't help but smile when I see it and love the way I feel driving it. It is one of those cars that give you a thrill driving.
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I've had my white Grand Sport convertible with 8-speed auto transmission for eight months now and I still absolutely love it. I've put 9,300 miles on it; the first 2,000 were a very careful break-in, then 7,000 miles of grand touring driving: from Austin, Texas to Key West, Florida and back by way of the southern Appalachian mountains, then a quick trip from Austin to Denver and back. Plus some 'spirited' driving on the back roads around Austin. You definitely will want a good radar + laser detector, plus Waze on your smart device if you drive this machine! And after those eight months, I am still head-over-heels in love with my baby (I named it 1 G lateral force when cornering on street tires (but they are miles ahead of previous generation Corvette seats, and actually do provide some lateral support!); 5) If you value privacy, you might get tired of people complimenting you when stopped at traffic lights! :) Other than that, there's really very little that I find annoying about this wonderful machine. Highly recommended if you are in the market for a two-seater touring/racing/sports car. And I haven't even mentioned things like the dry-sump lubrication (keeps the engine oiled during hard cornering/accel/braking), magnetic shock absorbers (monitors road conditions and adjusts the ride 180 times a second for road/driving conditions), and phenomenal braking ability (70-0 in 136 feet on stock tires!). I also want to mention the vastly-improved cabin appointments, with heated/ventilated seats, passenger climate controls on the passenger vent, heads-up instrumentation, etc. etc. Oh, and this website does not seem to allow line breaks, so sorry for the one big run-on paragraph. Best regards, Delta Foxtrot, Austin, Texas.
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I've owned my first Corvette for six months now, and I have to say, I was a bit hesitant at first about purchasing one. But boy, was I wrong! Even though it's American made, the quality of the car is top-notch, and it feels very well-built. So far, I've found almost nothing to complain about with this vehicle. The stock exhaust note is great because it isn't insanely loud, but it's definitely loud enough, and the acceleration is mind-boggling. I have yet to come even close to pushing this car to the limit, and in all honesty, I don't think I ever will. It's surprisingly comfortable as well, and if you put it into touring mode, the suspension becomes very soft and supple, which is something I never would have expected. If there is one thing that I can complain about, it would have to be the traction, which seems almost impossible to get any time you hit the gas pedal even a little bit. It isn't necessarily touchy, but you have to be very cautious and aware that the backend will get loose very quickly. Another thing that I love about my Z06 is the exterior styling. The car is very sexy and sleek, and if it weren't for the Corvette badge on the front, I could easily mistake it for a Ferrari. Overall, I am head over heels in love with my Z06 and would definitely recommend it to anyone in the market looking for supercar performance at an unbeatable price.
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I owned the 2016 Corvette Z-51 before purchasing this one exactly one year later. This model has significantly more power than the previous one. Although the regular model already has ample power for street use, it would make an excellent everyday driver. However, with the added power of the Z-51, the cost of replacing tires would be a concern as they only last for about 15k miles. If you're looking for the ultimate affordable car, the Z06 is definitely worth considering. The speed it can achieve is truly impressive and the thrill it provides is unmatched. I personally have the A8 transmission and find it to be more than sufficient for my needs. While some may prefer the 7-speed manual, I find it impossible to shift that quickly. In fact, the automatic transmission is faster from 0-60mph by a few tenths of a second.
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So far, I haven't found any cons. As expected, the car has great acceleration, handling, and braking. The electronics are good, although it's missing a lane change warning, which is pretty much standard on most new vehicles. The front camera (2lt) is a great feature that helps to avoid pulling in too close to a curb with its very long and low front end. The different driving modes are a lot of fun. I was pleasantly surprised by the exceptional gas mileage in touring and eco mode. Overall, this is a true American sports car that is well worth the price.
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Zane Kautzer 2025-02-25
It has come to our attention that some C7 Grand Sport and Z06 models may experience issues with their wheels bending or cracking during normal driving conditions, even at very low miles. Unfortunately, GM has not yet issued a recall or replacement under the bumper to bumper warranty, and instead is claiming that the damage is due to road conditions. While wheel warranties may cover cosmetic damage, they may not necessarily cover bent or cracked wheels. We understand that this can be frustrating for owners, who may have to spend an additional 3-4 thousand dollars on new wheels if the factory wheels crack or bend within the first few thousand miles. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and encourage you to contact us if you have any further questions or concerns.
Bill Connelly 2024-11-11
This is my 10th Corvette, and I have owned a range of models from T tops, Targa Tops, Convertibles, Autos, Manuals, and 1 ZR1. When I purchased my 2018 Z51 3LT Stingray Coupe in January 2019, the Dealerships Internet Department failed to disclose the GM Service Bulletin regarding WHEEL HOP, which only included 2014 to 2017 Stingrays. When I experienced SEVERE WHEEL HOPPING at parking lot speeds, in HARD RIGHT OR LEFT TURNS, I was concerned. However, the dealership printed the aforementioned GM BULLETIN, which stated that it was NORMAL. Despite starting a LEMON LAW with GM, I was told that it was NORMAL. I even contacted an Attorney, but his EXPERT said he would not go to court because GM SAYS, ITS NORMAL. Unfortunately, the Dealership I purchased the car from was of no help. As a Corvette Enthusiast, I am disappointed with my experience. However, I remain confident in the quality of the Corvette brand. It is worth noting that the value of my car has decreased by almost $20K in only 5 MONTHS, from $63K to $45K.
Hubert Stracke 2024-10-11
It's great to see so many overseas competitors excelling in technology and overall drive when it comes to vehicles in this price range. However, we are confident that we can keep up with the competition and continue to provide high-quality vehicles to our customers.
Keyshawn Grant 2024-07-06
This car has great performance, but unfortunately, I experienced some issues with the wheels being out of balance and the front end not being aligned properly when I bought it new. The steering wheel was also crooked. I have owned several Toyotas and Hondas and have never experienced these issues. Additionally, the seat backs were loose in the hinges, even after being replaced. Despite these setbacks, the car still has impressive performance. However, I did experience some frustration with the 8-speed auto transmission, which seems to be a common issue according to online forums. Unfortunately, the dealer and GM were unable or unwilling to fix it. Overall, my experience with this car was not as positive as I had hoped. I have since decided to part ways with it. By the way, I noticed that all the entries on the model drop-down menu are listed as '7M', even though this is an automatic.
Damion Littel 2024-06-27
I sat in one and had to be helped out. Could you please build one that is easier for older people to get out of?