1984 Chevrolet Corvette
Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 3 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1997 | 153 |
| 1998 | 399 |
| 1999 | 308 |
| 2000 | 277 |
| 2001 | 203 |
| 2002 | 157 |
| 2003 | 84 |
| 2004 | 217 |
| 2005 | 531 |
| 2006 | 365 |
| 2007 | 340 |
| 2008 | 539 |
| 2009 | 151 |
| 2010 | 84 |
| 2011 | 84 |
| 2012 | 56 |
| 2013 | 82 |
| 2014 | 61 |
| 2015 | 64 |
| 2016 | 103 |
| 2017 | 255 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 147 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 20 |
| 2025 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts.
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DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WAS LOCKED. RECALL 91V143000, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE REC ALL DUE TO VIN. *AK AS A RESULT THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO PULL THE SEATBELT OUT AND USE IT WHILE DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040826
3 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts.
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SEAT BELT ON DRIVERS SIDE STUCK IN RETRACTED POSITION WHILE PARKED IN LOCKED GARAGE
NHTSA ODI report, 20190607
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1984 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELTS WERE STUCK IN THE MECHANISM. WHEN LOCKING THE SEAT BELTS INTO THE LATCH, THEY WOULD LOCK AND FAIL TO UNLOOSEN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181129
I HAVE A 1984 CHEVY CORVETTE THAT HAS THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR JAMMED. I FOUND THE RECALL IN YOUR DATABASE (91V143 CAMPAIGN #91C26).
NHTSA ODI report, 20090604
2 of 14 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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CONSUMER PUT CRUISE CONTROL ON AT 60 MPH, COULDN'T GET IT OFF, THERE IS SOMETHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL, CONSUMER REPLACED PART, STILL HAVING PROBLEM. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950407
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME HALFWAY UP AND REMAIN UP UNTIL A BUMP IS HIT. *AW
NHTSA ODI report, 19950615
1 of 14 total reports mentions: structure.
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WHILE DRIVER HITTING METAL OBJECT ON STREET, THE OBJECT CAME THROUGH THE FLOOR ON THE PASSENGER 16" INCHES. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950411
SAFETY TIMELINE
ATTACHING BOLTS WERE MISTAKENLY COATED WITH A SLIPPERY MATERIAL DURING PRODUCTION. THIS MATERIAL WILL ACT AS A LUBRICANT AND BOLTS MAY LOOSEN AND EVENTUALLY FALL OFF.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL NEW CALIPER BRACKET BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE.
Campaign 83V064000 — check if this car was fixed
THE INSULATION OF THE BATTERY CABLE, BECAUSE OF ITS POSITION, RUBS AGAINST SOME OF THE ENGINE WIRING COMPONENTS. ONCE THE INSULATION IS WORN THROUGH, THE BATTERY COULD RAPIDLY DISCHARGE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL A NEW ENGINE HARNESS RETAINER BRACKET, PROTECTIVE CONDUIT, CABLE CLIPS, A CABLE TIE STRAP AND WILL REPOSITION THE TERMINALS ON THE GROUND STUD ON ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES.
Campaign 83V081000 — check if this car was fixed
THE CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM SOLENOID VALVES MAY MALFUNCTION AT ANY TIME THE ENGINE IS RUNNING AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ENGAGED AND CAUSE UNEXPECTED ENGINE ACCELERATION.
Remedy: INSTALL AND RELOCATE A NEW CRUISE CONTROL SERVO ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 85V029000 — check if this car was fixed
TIE ROD SOCKET FAILURE
UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE OPERATIONS AND OCCUPANT USAGE CONDITIONS, THE SAFETY BELTS CAN LOCKUP OR JAM IN THE SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR.
Remedy: REPLACE THE SAFETY BELTS IF THE LOCKUP OCCURS.
Campaign 91V143000 — check if this car was fixed
BRAKE PULL
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. TH
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
CARS MAY LOSE THE WIRE SNAP RINGS THAT HOLD THE DIFFERENTIAL CROSS SHAFT IN POSITION IN THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CASE ASSEMBLY, ALLOWING THE SHAFT TO MOVE.
Remedy: INSTALL A REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CROSS SHAFT RETAINING KIT.
Campaign 85V118000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1984 Chevrolet Corvette — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 85V118000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 83V064000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 83V081000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 85V029000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V143000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:retractor, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.