2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Corvette Z06 years
- About as many complaints as other years 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. That is the most of any Corvette Z06 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine (25 complaints, 52%), typically at around 27,500 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 48owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 52% | 27,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 27% | 40,022 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 6% | 11,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 4% | 37,010 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4% | 24,423 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 4% | 23,605 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 4% | 12,500 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | 3,520 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 2% | 70,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 2% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 2% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 60,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving out of his driveway, the "Service Active Handling System" warning light was illuminated. Neither the dealer nor an independent mechanic was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The…
2008 corvette c6 z06. Consumer writes in regards to valve guide machining issues. *ld *js
Filled gas tank to full & had strong gas odors inside & outside vehicle. Gas & gas smell coming from exhaust when car is started & running. Dealer identified left side fuel pump module needs to be replaced.
Loud ticking coming from valves, worried to drop a valve when driving
Defective valve guides. This first happened at 13,500 miles, and chevrolet did replace the heads under warranty. Now it has happened again at 28500 miles and i have spent over $3100 in parts alone to fix the problem, which has been verified by the company who sold me the replacement heads. I…
Other Chevrolet Corvette Z06 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 48 | 0 |
| 2007 Corvette Z06 | 45 | 1 |
| 2006 Corvette Z06 | 48 | 1 |
| 2005 Corvette Z06 | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 25 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Corvette Z06 model years, the 2008 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.