2020 Chevrolet Corvette Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 9, 2026 · 34 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Corvette years
Far fewer complaints than other years 25th of 31 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette. That ranks 25th out of 31 Corvette model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (10 complaints, 29%), typically at around 1,100 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2020 Chevrolet Corvette problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure10 · ~1,100 mi
Power Train6 · ~3,930 mi
Unknown or Other5 · ~1,500 mi
Engine4 · ~1,152 mi
Visibility/wiper4 · ~918 mi
Electrical System3 · ~40,000 mi
Service Brakes3 · ~475 mi
Suspension2
Back Over Prevention1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure1029%1,100——
Power Train618%3,930——
Unknown or Other515%1,500——
Engine412%1,152——
Visibility/wiper412%918——
Electrical System39%40,000——
Service Brakes39%475——
Suspension26%———
Back Over Prevention13%———
Engine and Engine Cooling13%———
Exterior Lighting13%———
Fuel/propulsion System13%1,000——
Wheels13%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2020, with 19 complaints
2020: 192020192021: 2202122023: 3202332025: 4202542026: 620266

n = 34 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2020 Chevrolet Corvette recalls (4)

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Seat belts:front:retractorSep 24, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V581000 · 5 vehicles

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.

Risk: In the event of a crash, if the driver's seat belt fails to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.

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.

Service brakesSep 24, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V588000 · 3,677 vehicles

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.

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.

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.

Electrical system:software; structure:body:trunk lidAug 18, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V489000 · 7,071 vehicles

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.

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.

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.

Electrical system:software; latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:lockAug 6, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V461000 · 5,141 vehicles

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."

Risk: If a person climbs inside the front trunk compartment and closes the lid, they may be trapped inside, increasing the risk of injury.

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.

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.

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Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jul 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11749352

My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider. Nearly caused a pile up accident and…

Power Train · received Jun 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11742799

The dual clutch transmission on my 2020 C8 Corvette has a diagnostic code of p1955. This was determined after the service light on the vehicle illuminated and it was taken to service at the dealership. Other codes that stored included p0868 and p0869 which indicate low hydraulic pressure and high…

Power Train · received May 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11737257

We have a water leak that was coming in both windows and onto the floor. Since reported it the car will slow down while driving because of codes issues about the doors are not closed and it is. I feel it's due to the water leak that is coming into the car. Took the car to a Chevrolet Dealer in…

Unknown or Other · received Jan 14, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11710974

The ac compressor has had to be replaced twice since new ownership ( 38k miles now) the compressor blows apart at higher rpm causing car to be towed would need to contact dealer for exact dates

Unknown or Other · received Jan 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11709439

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette?

Owners most often report structure, power train, unknown or other problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 10 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Corvette model years, the 2020 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.