2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
177
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
27
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
The 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE has received a total of 177 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 27 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (79 complaints), Engine (24 complaints), and Air Bags (15 complaints).
Recalls for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
177 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 79 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptivemobility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingheadlights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steeringcolumn | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionrear | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Approximately 2 months ago I noticed a faint gasoline odor when I entered our garage. I thought that it might be due to a recent re-call on my Honda Gold Wing which involved the fuel system. The motorcycle was repaired by the dealer, returned and I never rode it until yesterday. The smell went away. I filled the Corvette, probably 3 weeks ago and the odor returned. We parked my wife's Mazda outside but the odor continued with the Corvette inside, in its normal space. I checked the floor under each vehicle, diligently, and thankfully no liquid fuel was apparent. Parking the Corvette outside, the odor went away and perhaps the same day, when leaving an evening event, I placed some folding chairs in the "trunk" of the Corvette and noticed the odor. The following day, I went to the Chevrolet dealer I normally have repair work done to make arrangements to bring it in for inspection and did so on September 8th. A few days later, I was advised that there was a leak at the top of the left tank and that the tank would have to be removed and re-sealed at the top where there is an entry area for a part involved with the fuel system. The dealer advised that they thought there was a re-call for this matter but found that either there wasn't one or it expired. I forget which. My search on GM's website for recalls as well as yours, doesn't indicate that there was one BUT this is really a serious matter and the fix is expensive. I bought the vehicle from the original owner, who is a retired GM engineer for their manufacturing plants. It has not been in an accident.
Air bag display is on and apparently there is a leak in the accelerant on the passenger side of the car.
Unknown. Gasoline fumes when parked with over a half tank of fuel. Fills my garage with the smell..purchased this in 2022 and I was unaware of this problem until I put it in my garage after filling the tank completely.
Fuel leak issue. I have a fuel leak coming from a faulty fuel pump on the driver'side. Very dangerous. Leaking down on side of tank. Could possibly leak down onto exhaust.GM said there was nothing they could do. I have taken it to Landers Mclarty Chevrolet in Huntsville, AL for replacement. Cost is $1963.02. There should have been a recall instead of a special advisory since they admitted it was a faulty plastic that causes the problem.
fuel leak on driver side tank elbow on gas pump is cracked. Low beam headlights do not work, high beams are ok.
Safety Rating for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
General Motors, LLC has issued 27 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
040730013D — EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on automatic transmission shift and engine drivability concerns and/or MIL ON due to aftermarket oil bath air filter use.
SB-15643 — AIR BAGS
15643 SPECIAL COVERAGE. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR FROM THE SEAT SIDE AIRBAG AND BUCKLE TENSIONER TO THE BODY HAS A DESIGN INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE VERTICAL ADJUST CROSSBAR AND THE CARPET. WHEN THE SEAT IS MOVED FORWARD OR BACK, THE CONNECTOR MAY BE DRAGGED ALONG THE CARPET,...
PIT5484 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that if OnStar is unable to configure the vehicle after the OnStar 15-08-44-001 upgrade and Onstar receives a 118 error code when attempting to configure the vehicle. Dealers should receive a sheet with the kit that provides steps to assist with handling this...
PIC3520C — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a failed module programming or difficulty performing certain diagnostic procedures due to the ignition not being in the "Ignition On, Engine Off" mode. Technician will need to press and hold the ACC/OFF portion of the Start/ACC/OFF mode button for 5...
GCUS-9-832 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
14717 - Special Coverage. On some 2005-2013 model year Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a manual transmission (RPO MM6, MZ6, MH3 or ME2), the clutch system may fail if unapproved fluids are used to service the system or if a high-pressure pulse occurs during a clutch self-adjustment event. If the...
GCUS-9-768 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
14523A - Emission Recall (2008 MY added for phase 2). General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emissions Recall involving certain 2008-2009 model year Chevrolet Corvette vehicles, equipped with a 6.2L engine (LS3) and California Emission System (NU5). The vehicles may be emitting air pollutants in excess of the...
RB-14523-A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PER-14523 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CHEVROLET: TSB CONTAINS A NOTIFICATION OF AN OWNER'S LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. SOME VEHICLES ARE EMITTING EXCESSIVE AIR POLLUTANTS THAT FAILS CALIFORNIA EMISSION VEHICLE STANDARDS AND ENGINE CONTROL MODULE MUST BE REPROGRAMMED AND CATALYTIC CONVERTERS REPLACED. MODEL 2008-09 CORVETTE. *PE
PER-14523 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
CHEVROLET: TSB CONTAINS A NOTIFICATION OF AN OWNER'S LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. SOME VEHICLES ARE EMITTING EXCESSIVE AIR POLLUTANTS THAT FAILS CALIFORNIA EMISSION VEHICLE STANDARDS AND ENGINE CONTROL MODULE MUST BE REPROGRAMMED AND CATALYTIC CONVERTERS REPLACED. MODEL 2008-09 CORVETTE. *PE
14203 — ENGINE
14203 - CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM. ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, THE UNDERHOOD BUSSED ELECTRICAL CENTER (UBEC) HOUSING WILL EXPAND, CAUSING THE HEADLAMP LOW-BEAM RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT ROUTED WIRE TO BEND SLIGHTLY. AFTER THE WIRE IS REPEATEDLY BENT, IT CAN FRACTURE AND SEPARATE. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE LOW-BEAM...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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