2002 Chevrolet Corvette wheels problems
35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the wheels on the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette — 22% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Noticed a slight vibration coming from rear of car when driving on a paved smooth road at 65 mph. Upon later inspection, I discovered a 2" long cracked lr wheel the crack is located at the base of one of 5 slender spokes where it connects to the barrel of the wheel. Any retailer who lists this 18"…”
filed Nov 23, 2018
“Both rear wheels are cracked and will not hold air for more than a day! After contacting general motors about the problem they stated that there are no recall's on these wheels. This is a real safety issue for these wheels can brake at any time. *tr”
filed Feb 3, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Wheels problems in other Corvette years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Corvette | 3 | 14% |
| 2023 Corvette | 1 | 4% |
| 2020 Corvette | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 Corvette | 124 | 84% |
| 2018 Corvette | 45 | 88% |
| 2017 Corvette | 224 | 88% |
| 2016 Corvette | 59 | 57% |
| 2015 Corvette | 12 | 19% |
| 2014 Corvette | 3 | 5% |
| 2013 Corvette | 5 | 6% |
| 2011 Corvette | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 Corvette | 1 | 0% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.