2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2009 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 540 | 151 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,028 | 1,090 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,035 mi | 39,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Corvette | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 356 | 80 |
| Exterior Lighting | 46 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 8 |
| Engine | 21 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 15 |
| Power Train | 31 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 16 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
2008 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.