Chevrolet Corvette Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 114 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Chevrolet Corvette across 16 model years. The 2005 model year has the most (20). The words owners use most often: “active handling” (27% of reports).
- 114service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 50%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Active handling: mentioned in 31 of 114 complaints (27%)
- Traction control: mentioned in 22 of 114 complaints (19%)
- Front brakes: mentioned in 7 of 114 complaints (6%)
- Electronic brake: mentioned in 6 of 114 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 66 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 114 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 1 an injury.
Chevrolet Corvette service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Corvette | 1 | 1% | 9,000 |
| 2009 Corvette | 1 | 1% | 1,020 |
| 2008 Corvette | 2 | 0% | 19,829 |
| 2007 Corvette | 7 | 2% | 40,000 |
| 2006 Corvette | 5 | 1% | 26,130 |
| 2005 Corvette | 20 | 4% | 26,000 |
| 2004 Corvette | 2 | 1% | 38,165 |
| 2003 Corvette | 3 | 4% | 55,200 |
| 2002 Corvette | 9 | 6% | 18,000 |
| 2001 Corvette | 16 | 8% | 39,250 |
| 2000 Corvette | 13 | 5% | 33,986 |
| 1999 Corvette | 8 | 3% | 75,000 |
| 1998 Corvette | 16 | 4% | 77,500 |
| 1997 Corvette | 6 | 4% | 62,782 |
| 1996 Corvette | 1 | 2% | — |
| 1995 Corvette | 4 | 13% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2005
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe. The brake fluid could reach elevated temperatures and boil.
Risk: If the brake fluid boils in a rear brake line, the effectiveness of the rear brake system would be reduced which could result in a brake line leak and loss of brake fluid. If enough fluid leaks from the rear brake system so that brake pedal application can no longer build pressure to the rear brakes. The operator of the vehicle will experience limited braking which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will (1) inspect the left engine exhaust manifold clip for proper alignment and placement on the body-mounted stud. If incorrect, they will reposition the clip on the brake lines and reinstall the clip on the stud; (2) the dealer will verify that both rear brake lines have the proper clearance to the left exhaust pipe. They will reposition the lines by bending as necessary; (3) dealers will remove the machining tab from the rear differential housing. Also, dealers are to inspect the brake lines for wear in these related areas and repair or replace if there is any sign of wear-through on the nylon overcoating. The recall began on january 18, 2005. Owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2239 or chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving approximately 20-25 MPH down a steep hill, he depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the brakes failed. The contact stated…
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on slick road surfaces, the contact lost control of the vehicle with the service traction control and check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact had called several dealers in the Miami area…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CLUTCH FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE PEDAL FAILED TO RISE BACK IN POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NORFOLK GM AUTO CENTER (1123 S 20TH ST, NORFOLK, NE 68701) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet corvette. As soon as the contact started the vehicle, the traction control, anti-lock brake system, and service engine soon warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified of…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR AND OTHER WARNING INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FLASHED. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND DECELERATED. THE FAILURE WOULD CORRECT ITSELF AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES AND THE VEHICLE…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Corvettes have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 114 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Chevrolet Corvette. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Corvette service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Chevrolet Corvette?
The most frequent phrase is “active handling”, in 31 of 114 complaints, followed by “traction control” (22).
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