Does the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette, the most recent reported on October 3, 2011 (Structure: body, hatchback/liftgate, hinge and attachments). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette?

Owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (48 complaints), followed by power train (11).

How many 2011 Chevrolet Corvette complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 85 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 Chevrolet Corvette recalls and problems

1 recall and 85 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 Chevrolet Corvette recalls

Structure: body, hatchback/liftgate, hinge and attachments

NHTSA campaign 11V491000 · reported October 3, 2011 · GENERAL MOTORS LLC · 5,755 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from january 24, 2011, through september 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components". The rear hatch hinges may not meet the load requirements specified in the safety standard.
The risk: The rear hatch could separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel/propulsion system48
Power train11
Air bags10
Electronic stability control (ESC)5
Engine5
Service brakes5
Unknown or other4
Electrical system3
Steering2
Engine and engine cooling1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 19, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
I bought this vehicle in … with about 39k miles. About a year after purchase, I began smelling gasoline in my garage after I filled the tank. I have consulted Corvette forum ([…]) and find this is a common problem. If I fill the tank more than halfway, it seems to occur consistently. I recognize this car has no…

Feb 15, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
My 2011 Grand Sport Corvette fuel system was repaired on 2/14/22 at no cost to me by special policy 15682-03. Now, 4 years later, the same problem has occurred again. I notice fuel smell in my garage with the tank nearly full after fill-up, and upon inspection, I notice evidence of fuel leaking along the side of the…

Oct 9, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel pump feeder is known to be a major issues on these cars. These should be a safety recall with no explanation. Feeder fitting tends to crack overtime. Recently purchased and wasn’t aware of that previous recall which the previous owner didn’t handle.

Jul 19, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel is leaking from the top of the driver side fuel sending unit. This is a know issue on these cars and should be fixed under a recall. This is a very dangerous issue.

Jun 27, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
I bought a 2011 Grand Sport Corvette and if I fill the tank over half full the gas smell is unbearable. Some one needs to recall these cars. This issue is very serious. Fuel leaks out the top of the tanks, and will then drip down the back side onto the hot exhaust. If ignored this could result in a fire and possible…

Corvette model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2008	0	541	9	2
2009	0	151	1	1
2010	0	84	1	0
2011	1	85	2	1
2012	1	56	2	0
2013	0	82	0	0
2014	5	63	5	1

Across all years, the 2008 Corvette has the most complaints (541). All Chevrolet Corvette years →

Questions

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette, the most recent reported on October 3, 2011 (Structure: body, hatchback/liftgate, hinge and attachments). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette?: Owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (48 complaints), followed by power train (11).
How many 2011 Chevrolet Corvette complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 85 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 19, 2026.