2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 365 | 540 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 830 | 1,028 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 49,035 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 49 | 356 |
| Exterior Lighting | 62 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 44 | 39 |
| Power Train | 33 | 31 |
| Structure | 59 | 2 |
| Steering | 44 | 12 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 37 | 16 |
| Engine | 24 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 14 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
2006 Chevrolet Corvette
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.