2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
92
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
33
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
The 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE has received a total of 92 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 33 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (45 complaints), Air Bags (10 complaints), and Engine (8 complaints).
Recalls for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
92 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinestorageauxillary Tank | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Fuel tank leaking Gas smell
Strong smell of fuel after parking the car in the garage. Inspection by the dealership confirmed the fuel pump assembly is leaking. The car was left for replacement of the fuel pump assembly due to the strong possibility of fire. This is a known issue with the C6 model of Corvette and was addressed by a gm TSB in 2011 rather than more appropriately by a recall. Of more concern to me is the fact that my car was produced in 2013 with a known defective part affecting safety. The cost of the repair is over $5000.
My Corvette c6 model has had a longterm issue with the left fuel pump, which I was not made aware of by the local dealership servicing my vehicle or the manufacturer, General Motors. I recently discovered the fuel pump issue, which results in a significant fuel leak thru the bottom left side of the vehicle. GM and the dealership failed to notify me of this issue even though they issued a Special Bulletin that addresses the fuel pump issue and which advises dealerships to repair the vehicle at no cost to the owner - me. I have complained to General Motors and I'm currently awaiting their response to my complaint and request for assistance with the repairs. As of 9:00 am Pacific Time, December 9, 2024, I've received no response from GM. My concern and reason for this report is GM's failure and the dealership's failure to notify me, and failure to issue a recall for this significant and dangerous problem with my vehicle.
My Corvette c6 model has had a longterm issue with the left fuel pump, which I was not made aware of by the local dealership servicing my vehicle or the manufacturer, General Motors. I recently discovered the fuel pump issue, which results in a significant fuel leak thru the bottom left side of the vehicle. GM and the dealership failed to notify me of this issue even though they issued a Special Bulletin that addresses the fuel pump issue and which advises dealerships to repair the vehicle at no cost to the owner - me. I have complained to General Motors and I'm currently awaiting their response to my complaint and request for assistance with the repairs. As of 9:00 am Pacific Time, December 9, 2024, I've received no response from GM. My concern and reason for this report is GM's failure and the dealership's failure to notify me, and failure to issue a recall for this significant and dangerous problem with my vehicle.
FUEL LINE CONNECTION ON TOP OF FUEL PUMP CRACKED. VERY COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS CAR AS MANY OTHER EXPERIEMCING THE SAME ISSUE.
Safety Rating for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
General Motors, LLC has issued 33 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
040089015R — EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
04-06-04-051D — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
08-00-89-014B — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin provides information on what is needed to be prepared for TAC, caller preparedness and checklists and contacting U.S. technical Assistance and the use of strategy based diagnostics
15521 — AIR BAGS
In situations where your vehicle side doors will not open from INSIDE the vehicle due to low or no battery voltage, such as a discharged or disconnected battery, or if the vehicle is entered without the key fob or the fob is not working, the driver and passenger side doors...
PI0484B — WHEELS
Thin Finish in Lug Nut Recesses on Optional Gloss Black Wheels.
PIE0302A — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Engineering Information
SB-0000184375-A — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SB-13-04-17-001 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
CHEVROLET: THE PROPELLER SHAFT SPLINES MUST BE ALIGNED, AFTER REMOVAL OF DRIVELINE SUPPORT (TORQUE TUBE), WITH FRONT HUB BEARING AND ENGINE BELL HOUSING AND DRIVELINE SUPPORT (TORQUE TUBE) BE ALIGNED, BEFORE TIGHTEN ANY ATTACHMENT BOLTS. MODEL 2014 CORVETTE. *PE
SB-13-04-17-001 — ENGINE
CHEVROLET: THE PROPELLER SHAFT SPLINES MUST BE ALIGNED, AFTER REMOVAL OF DRIVELINE SUPPORT (TORQUE TUBE), WITH FRONT HUB BEARING AND ENGINE BELL HOUSING AND DRIVELINE SUPPORT (TORQUE TUBE) BE ALIGNED, BEFORE TIGHTEN ANY ATTACHMENT BOLTS. MODEL 2014 CORVETTE. *PE
SB-13-04-17-001 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
CHEVROLET: THE PROPELLER SHAFT SPLINES MUST BE ALIGNED, AFTER REMOVAL OF DRIVELINE SUPPORT (TORQUE TUBE), WITH FRONT HUB BEARING AND ENGINE BELL HOUSING AND DRIVELINE SUPPORT (TORQUE TUBE) BE ALIGNED, BEFORE TIGHTEN ANY ATTACHMENT BOLTS. MODEL 2014 CORVETTE. *PE
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET CORVETTE
- 2008 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 620 complaints
- 2009 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 177 complaints
- 2010 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 90 complaints
- 2011 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 98 complaints
- 2012 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 66 complaints
- 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (current)
- 2014 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 79 complaints
- 2015 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 72 complaints
- 2016 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 114 complaints
- 2017 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 269 complaints
- 2018 CHEVROLET CORVETTE — 53 complaints
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