2020 Chevrolet Corvette recalls

4 safety recalls, 34 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

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4Recalls
34Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2020 Chevrolet Corvette recall list

Seat Belts recall

20V-581
September 24, 2020 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor may not lock as intended during a crash.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, if the driver's seat belt fails to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side seat-belt retractor, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202307690.

Service Brakes recall

20V-588
September 24, 2020 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
Safety risk
If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.

Electrical System recall

Over-the-air fix20V-489
August 18, 2020 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Despite visual and audible warnings, the vehicle can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched.
Safety risk
An unlatched hood can open when driving above a certain speed, obstructing the driver's forward view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module to limit the vehicle speed to 26 mph when the hood is not completely closed and latched, free of charge. In addition, the operation of the hood release on the key fob will be modified to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent hood release actuations. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 24, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202311160.

Latches/Locks/Linkages recall

Over-the-air fix20V-461
August 6, 2020 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The release button located inside the front trunk compartment may not function after the vehicle has been shut off for ten minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Safety risk
If a person climbs inside the front trunk compartment and closes the lid, they may be trapped inside, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module (BCM) to allow the release switch to always work, free of charge. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202309350.

2020 Chevrolet Corvette owner complaints

34 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Structure10
Power Train6
Unknown or Other5
Visibility/Wiper4
Engine4
Electrical System3
Service Brakes3
Suspension2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Back Over Prevention1

Recent complaints

July 9, 2026Engine and Engine Cooling

See attached document for complaint.

June 8, 2026Power TrainUnknown or OtherCrash1 injury

My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider. Nearly caused a pile up accident and killed me.. The dealership service department checked it in today. I filed a claim today with the manufacture but nobody looked at it yet. There were no warning lamps and i believe there is still no warning lamps

May 12, 2026Power Train

The dual clutch transmission on my 2020 C8 Corvette has a diagnostic code of p1955. This was determined after the service light on the vehicle illuminated and it was taken to service at the dealership. Other codes that stored included p0868 and p0869 which indicate low hydraulic pressure and high hydraulic pressure respectively. The p1955 code is an internal fault that requires complete replacement of the transmission according to GM service bulletins. This bulletin also advises that no repair attempts are to be made except for complete replacement. The vehicle has not shown any symptoms currently. Gears shift normally, there are no vibrations, etc. However, the dealership advised the transm

January 14, 2026Unknown or OtherVisibility/Wiper

We have a water leak that was coming in both windows and onto the floor. Since reported it the car will slow down while driving because of codes issues about the doors are not closed and it is. I feel it's due to the water leak that is coming into the car. Took the car to a Chevrolet Dealer in Columbia South Carolina and they said it was coming from the roof weather stripping. They said it wasn't a recall for the 2020 C8 Corvette corvette yet. Also called GM Customer care to see if I can get some help to get it fixed. No luck.

January 7, 2026Unknown or Other

The ac compressor has had to be replaced twice since new ownership ( 38k miles now) the compressor blows apart at higher rpm causing car to be towed would need to contact dealer for exact dates

2020 Chevrolet Corvette crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 Chevrolet Corvette C RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated
2020 Chevrolet Corvette 2 DR RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2020 Chevrolet Corvette: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning no, lane departure warning no.

2020 Chevrolet Corvette recall FAQ

Does the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette. The most recent, filed September 24, 2020, concerns the seat belts.

What are the most common 2020 Chevrolet Corvette problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is structure (10 reports), followed by power train.

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2020 Chevrolet Corvette?

Contact any authorized Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.