2021 Chevrolet Corvette
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 7 of 12 complaints (58%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 34 in 2020 to 12 in 2021.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | vs. 2021 Two Seaters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,100–5,150 | 4,100 | 4,100 | 4,100 | 3,300–5,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 14–19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–16 / 19–25 | 15 / 27 | 15 / 27 | 16 / 24 | 12–16 / 19–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 465–613 | 467 | 467 | 478 | 480–631 | |
| Complaints filed | 147 | 34 | 12 | 20 | 24 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 7 of 12 NHTSA complaints (58%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette get?
EPA rates it 19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Chevrolet Corvette?
EPA estimates $4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
Similar Vehicles
EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 15 mpg | 27 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 467 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 22V091000 · Feb 17, 2022
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left or right rear half-shaft assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212351320.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT · Campaign 21V421000 · Jun 4, 2021
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.
Consequence: The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212338110.