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Chevrolet Corvette Z06 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 146 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, covering model years 2005 to 2008. The 2006 and 2008 model years drew the most complaints (48 each), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 1 recall campaign on file
  • 146 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 4 model years with data (2005–2008)
  • most complaints: 2006, 2008 (48 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (69 complaints)
  • latest recall 09V491000 (reported Dec 23, 2009)
  • 11 complaints reporting a crash (7.5%)
  • 3 complaints reporting a fire (2.1%)
  • 4 complaints reporting an injury (2.7%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a death (0.7%)

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaints by model year

4 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2006 and 2008 model years share the highest count, 48 complaints each. Next come 2007 (45) and 2005 (5). The fewest are for 2005, with 5 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2005–2008Column chart of 146 complaints across 4 model years. The highest are 2006, 2008 with 48 each. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2005: 5 complaints520052006: 48 complaints4820062007: 45 complaints4520072008: 48 complaints482008
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200551010
2006483200
2007451000
2008486131
All model years14611341

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Chevrolet Corvette Z06 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 69 complaints (47.3% of all 146), followed by Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (22) and Fuel/Propulsion System (16).

Components named most often in Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine6947.3%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)2215.1%
Fuel/Propulsion System1611.0%
Steering106.8%
Power Train96.2%
Structure96.2%
Exterior Lighting85.5%
Electrical System74.8%
Wheels53.4%
Fuel System, Gasoline42.7%
Service Brakes32.1%
Air Bags21.4%
Equipment21.4%
Traction Control System21.4%
Unknown or Other21.4%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 recalls

1 campaign · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Corvette Z06, newest first. The only campaign, 09V491000, covers model years 2006 and 2007.

  • 1 recall campaign
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 recall campaigns covering each model year
2006: 1 campaign2007: 1 campaign

  1. NHTSA campaign 09V491000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars

    Model years 2006–2007

    General Motors is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 corvette vehicles equipped with a removable roof and model year 2006 and 2007 Corvette Z06 vehicles. The adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate. If there is a partial separation, the driver may notice one or more symptoms, such as a snapping noise when driving over bumps, wind noise, poor roof panel fit, roof panel movement/bounce when a door or hatch is closed, or a water leak in the headliner.

    Consequence:
    If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle. If this were to occur while the vehicle was being driven, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a new design roof panel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during April 2010. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 have?

NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall campaign for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, covering model years 2005 to 2008. The campaign, 09V491000, was reported on December 23, 2009 and is filed under “Structure”. The 2006 and 2007 model years are covered by the most campaigns (1 each).

Which Chevrolet Corvette Z06 model year has the most complaints?

The 2006 and 2008 model years tie, with 48 complaints each out of 146. The next are 2007 (45) and 2005 (5). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 69 complaints, or 47.3% of all 146. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (22) and Fuel/Propulsion System (16) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Chevrolet Corvette Z06?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Chevrolet dealer.

How many Chevrolet Corvette Z06 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 146 complaints, 11 report a crash, 3 a fire, 4 at least one injury and 1 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.