Total Complaints
90 filings
CHEVROLET CORVETTE · model year
90 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash reports for this specific cohort.
NHTSA overall rating
Not crash-tested
New Car Assessment Program
The 2010CHEVROLETCORVETTE carries 90 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires, 7 injuries, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.
Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2010 CORVETTE is fuel/propulsion system with 44 filings, followed by air bags (14) and fuel system, gasoline (5). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability.
NHTSA currently has 57 investigation files overlapping the 2010 CORVETTE, and 2 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.
Total Complaints
90 filings
Crashes Reported
2 reports
Source
NHTSA ODI
Federal complaints database
At or below the fleet median complaint volume.
| Component | Count |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 44 |
| AIR BAGS | 14 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, and while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was inspected, and the mechanic found a fuel leak on the left side of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with GMC Special Coverage Adjustment Number: N150682 (15682 Primary Tank Module Flange Fuel and Vapor Leaks). The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the Special Coverage. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Mileage: 75,000
The contact's daughter owned a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed on a rainy night, there was another unoccupied vehicle stopped side ways in the middle of the highway with no hazards lights activated. The contact stated that the front driver's side of the vehicle crashed into the other vehicle. The contact stated that the driver's side and passenger's side air bags failed to fully deploy as needed. The contact was occupying the rear passenger's side seat and was wearing a seat belt; however, the contact was propelled between the front driver's side and front passenger's side seats, causing the contact's left shoulder to hit the driver's side seat. The contact sustained a right shoulder dislocation, headache, neckache and soreness all over the body. The contact's daughter who was occupying the front driver's side seat hit her face against the steering wheel and sustained bruises and minor cuts on the face. The driver also
The contact's daughter owned a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed on a rainy night, there was another unoccupied vehicle stopped side ways in the middle of the highway with no hazards lights activated. The contact stated that the front driver's side of the vehicle crashed into the other vehicle. The contact stated that the driver's side and passenger's side air bags failed to fully deploy as needed. The contact was occupying the rear passenger's side seat and was wearing a seat belt; however, the contact was propelled between the front driver's side and front passenger's side seats, causing the contact's left shoulder to hit the driver's side seat. The contact sustained a right shoulder dislocation, headache, neckache and soreness all over the body. The contact's daughter who was occupying the front driver's side seat hit her face against the steering wheel and sustained bruises and minor cuts on the face. The driver also
After an oil change at a Chevrolet dealer I drove to get gas. After refueling I got in and was preparing to drive away when I noticed the clutch pedal was on the floor and would not pop back up ready to be used. I had the car towed to the Chevrolet dealer where I learned the hydraulic clutch master cylinder had failed. I was lucky this didnât happen while o was driving the car on the highway. I am not sure how that would have affected the drivability of the vehicle but it could have been very dangerous. I had received a letter from Chevrolet years earlier that described the problem and said if it happened within 10 years or 100,000 miles they would repair it. Mine failed after the 10 years but at only 8,500 miles. This system of not actually recalling the car for repair but instead issuing the owner a ânoticeâ, doesn't seem fair for someone who doesnât drive their vehicle many miles but is still costly and potentially dangerous when it occurs while the vehicle is being driven.
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle while parked. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the fuel vapors were coming from the fuel pump sending unit. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer spoke with the manufacturer about the failure however, the manufacturer offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.
Mileage: 32,000
Purchased 3 weeks ago. Third time filling up and first time in the garage. Noticed the fuel tank is leaking at the pump due to defective plastic. Car only has 55k miles, this should not be an issue. Is Chevy going to fix this or am I out the 2k repair bill?
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated there was a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that gasoline was leaking from the fuel tank onto the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 55,000. VIN was not available.
Mileage: 55,000
The fuel tank is leaking at the pump due to defective plastic. There should be a lot of reports of this happening on this vehicle and it is more dangerous than any other defect I have ever heard of.
Have a strong odor of gasoline coming from vehicle parked in garage. Have not noticed any gasoline in the garage floor, only the strong odor.
At 85,000 miles the timing chain triggered the check engine light to come on. At 100,037 miles the engine was burning oil. Three mechanics confirmed that the engine needed to be replaced. An estimated cost of $8,000 - $12,000.
After filling up my gas tank in my 2010 Chevrolet Corvette I notice a strong gas smell that permeates through my entire garage and house. Upon investigation from an auto repair shop it has been determined I need to replace a faulty cracked fuel pump. Upon further investigation it seems there was a "Special Coverage Adjustment" from GM for this repair only for up to 120k miles. This should be a recall!!! as it is a very dangerous situation! So because I am over 120k , (just purchased from dealer) I am responsible for the 3k repair? That is 100% not acceptable. 15682 Primary Tank Module Flange Fuel and Vapor Leaks Copyright 2016 General Motors. Reference Number: N150682 Release Date: January 2017 GWM Number: 2015682
Upon filling the car to a full tank that is a strong gas smell that permeates the cab. This smell is persistent even while driving with the convertible top down. People driving behind me were are able to smell the gasoline vapors. The vapors and smell subside once I get below 3/4 tank of gas.
Seems to be a common issue and GM has a tsb for it but they only covered the repare for 10 years and 120k I am at 11 with 70k miles. The fuel is leaking from the top of the tank and could cause a fire.
My 2010 Chevrolett Grand Sport has developed a very strong odor of gasoline. Both when parked in garage and while driving. Itâs obviously leaking gasoline somewhere which could result in a fire or death.
I NOTICED THE HEAVY SMELL OF GAS FUMES AFTER PUTTING GAS IN MY VET. THE SMELL IS MOST PROMINENT WHEN THE CAR IS OFF AND PARKED IN THE GARAGE. I AM SURE THAT THE SMELL IS ALWAYS PRESENT AND THAT BEING PARKED IN A PARKING LOT OR OUTSIDE DISSIPATES THE SMELL. I HAVE TRIED FILLING THE TANK HALF WAY TO SEE IF THAT WOULD HELP BUT THE SMELL OF GAS IS STILL THERE. IT IS STRONGEST IN THE REAR HATCH AREA ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE SMELL IN GARAGE IS SO STRONG I HAVE TO LEAVE THE GARAGE DOOR OPEN TO VENT. I AM FEARFUL THAT THE FUMES MAY IGNITE MY GAS WATER HEATER WHICH IS LOCATED ABOUT 7-8FT AWAY OR START A CAR FIRE IF GAS HITS THE HOT EXHAUST PIPE. THIS IS TRULY SOMETHING THAT CHEVY NEEDS TO REVIEW TO SEE IF FAULTY EQUIPMENT WAS PLACED IN THE C6 MODELS. I HAVE HAD THE VET FOR 4 YEARS IT IS A 2010 AND THE MILEAGE IS JUST OVER 55K. I JUST NOTICED THIS ISSUE ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO, BUT IT SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE. I HOPE THAT MY PROPERTY IS NOT DAMAGED BY A FUEL SOURCE ORIGINATING FROM THE CAR
I HAVE A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE AND ALSO OUTSIDE BY THE GAS TANK FILLER AREA. IT IS VERY PREVALENT WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED AFTER RUNNING IT.
Mileage: 67,550
FUEL VAPORS COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK ;POSSIBLE CRACK IN FUEL PUMP SPRAYING FUEL EVERYWHERE;I CAN CLOSE MY GARAGE DOOR BECAUSE I CAN'T BREATHE BECAUSE OF THE GAS ODOR.IT'S WORSE WHEN I PUT TEN GALLONS OR MORE
Mileage: 45,056
FUEL VAPORS COMING FROM GAS CAP- EVEN AFTER REPLACING CAP.
Mileage: 72,000
TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE END DISINTEGRATED, CAUSING SHIFT CABLE END TO DETACH FROM FLOOR SHIFTER, CAUSING INABILITY TO PLACE CAR IN PARK, INCREASING VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY AND CRASH.
Mileage: 20,620
SEVERE FUEL SMELL WHEN FUEL LEVEL IS HIGH AND ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN ENCLOSED SPACE. *TR
Mileage: 58,700
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Loss of Motive Power due to the Battery Energy Control Module
Electric Vehicle Battery Fires
Outboard Front Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure
Fuel Line Leak
Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.
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