2007 Chevrolet Corvette Reliability
The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has 386 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about fuel / propulsion system and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Corvette model years (2005–2009), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Corvette's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
386
NHTSA owner complaints
2
Recall campaigns
6
Complaints citing a crash
4
Complaints citing a fire
2007 Chevrolet Corvette complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 model year, filed between 2007 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel / propulsion system | 104 | 27% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 55 | 14% |
| Engine | 52 | 13% |
| Exterior lighting | 42 | 11% |
| Electrical system | 36 | 9% |
| Stability control | 35 | 9% |
| Air bags | 26 | 7% |
| Steering | 25 | 6% |
2007 Chevrolet Corvette recalls
2 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2007 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09V491000 | Dec 23, 2009 | Body structure — body / roof and pillars | General motors is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 Corvette vehicles equipped with a removable roof and model year 2006 and 2007 Corvette z06 vehicles. The adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate. If there is a partial… |
| 14V251000 | May 14, 2014 | Electrical system — wiring | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured March 29, 2004, through June 22, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) housing can expand and cause the headlamp… |
How the 2007 compares with nearby Corvette years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year Corvette analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 538 | 6 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2006 | 413 | 5 | Body structure | Avoid |
| 2007 (this page) | 386 | 2 | Fuel / propulsion system | Avoid |
| 2008 | 589 | 0 | Fuel / propulsion system | Avoid |
| 2009 | 152 | 0 | Fuel / propulsion system | Avoid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
- Fuel system: smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Lights: check headlights (low and high), brake lights and turn signals; condensation inside the housings is worth noting.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 2 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2007 Chevrolet Corvette reliability FAQ
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has 386 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about fuel / propulsion system and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Corvette model years (2005–2009), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Corvette's typical year.
What are the most common 2007 Chevrolet Corvette problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette are fuel / propulsion system (104), powertrain / transmission (55), engine (52), exterior lighting (42). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette, including 09V491000 (body structure — body / roof and pillars) and 14V251000 (electrical system — wiring). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette compare with the 2006 and 2008 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2006 has 413 complaints and 5 recalls (avoid); the 2008 has 589 complaints and 0 recalls (avoid). The 2007 has 386 complaints and 2 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2007 Chevrolet Corvette?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2007 Corvette, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.