The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 125,248 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 434 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. Last updated July 5, 2026.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured March 29, 2004, through June 22, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire…
Consequence
The loss of low beam headlamp illumination will decrease the driver's visibility, as well as the vehicle's conspicuity to other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct this condition, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 13146. Note: Model year 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvettes will be covered under…
STRUCTURE09V4910002009-12-2322,090 affected
Defect
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…
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.
Complaints by component
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
102
1injuries
POWER TRAIN
44
1fires
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
36
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
33
2fires
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
30
2crashes
AIR BAGS
26
ENGINE
26
2crashes1fires1injuries
STEERING
19
1crashes
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
14
1fires
SERVICE BRAKES
14
1crashes
Total complaints434
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“The contact owns a 2007 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked at the residence, after exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware of an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent…”
“Fuel smell - possible fuel leak - the issue had been previously addressed with replacement of fuel subassembly in both saddle tanks. I believe that it is happening again ...”
“There was a strong fuel smell after the last 2 times I drove it. I took it to the shop and they tell me the evap canister was saturated and the fuel pump had small cracks in it likely seeping when the car heats up. I am having the fuel pump replaced, the evap canister and several seals/hoses in…”
“After filling the tank with fuel, I was immediately aware of a strong smell of gas. I am always extremely careful not to overfill causing any fuel to escape. The heavy smell/escape of fumes is such that the car simply can’t be put in my garage. The risk of igniting and fire is a risk that is…”
“Fuel smell but no leaks detected, can't store car in garage because of fumes. Worried when driving a fire will occur had a service bulletin 150682 special vehicle adjustment, need help.”
“Fuel smell inside and outside when car is parked.”
“The contact owns a 2007 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a loud creaking and popping noise coming from the sunroof. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned about the safety of the vehicle. The…”
“The fuel tank leaks after filling with fuel, resulting in gas vapors filling the garage. This is a known issue with many c6 corvettes. May result in a fire or explosion”
Defect investigations
InvestigationEA13007 Opened 2013-08-23 · closed 2014-06-24
Simultaneous Loss of Low-Beam Headlights
On May 14, 2014, General Motors (GM) submitted a Part 573 defect information report initiating NHTSA Safety Recall 14V-251 to remedy the subject vehicles.GM will remedy a defect condition in the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) by modifying the vehicle's electrical harnessing.GM also announced a customer…
InvestigationEA13007 Opened 2013-08-23 · closed 2014-06-24
Simultaneous Loss of Low-Beam Headlights
On May 14, 2014, General Motors (GM) submitted a Part 573 defect information report initiating NHTSA Safety Recall 14V-251 to remedy the subject vehicles.GM will remedy a defect condition in the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) by modifying the vehicle's electrical harnessing.GM also announced a customer…
InvestigationPE13013 Opened 2013-05-06 · closed 2013-08-26
Loss of Low Beam Headlights
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 30 reports from consumers alleging that, after driving for a short time (5 to 30 minutes), both low beam headlights stopped working simultaneously and without warning. The low beam headlights remained inoperative for the remainder of the…
InvestigationPE13013 Opened 2013-05-06 · closed 2013-08-26
Loss of Low Beam Headlights
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation based on 30 reports from consumers alleging that, after driving for a short time (5 to 30 minutes), both low beam headlights stopped working simultaneously and without warning. The low beam headlights remained inoperative for the remainder of the…
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FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette as of
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