- The 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.
- The 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.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in September 2020 for the service brakes.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Corvette year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2020 Chevrolet Corvette recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The 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.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, if the driver's seat belt fails to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
- The 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.
Over-the-air fix
- The 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.
- The 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.
- The 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.
Over-the-air fix
- The 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."
- The risk
- If a person climbs inside the front trunk compartment and closes the lid, they may be trapped inside, increasing the risk of injury.
- The 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.
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All Corvette years2020 Chevrolet Corvette vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Corvette | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 2020 Dodge Charger | 58 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Chevrolet Camaro | 33 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Dodge Challenger | 20 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Subaru WRX | 18 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Mazda MX-5 | 3 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2020 Subaru BRZ | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Toyota 86 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Nissan 370Z | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette
Does the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette: service brakes (September 2020); retractor (September 2020); software (August 2020); lock (August 2020). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 28 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Chevrolet Corvette year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Chevrolet Corvette years have the most complaints?
2016 (105), 2011 (85), 2010 (84). See every Chevrolet Corvette year compared.
What should I do if my 2020 Chevrolet Corvette has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data