MYRModel Year Report

2012 Chevrolet Corvette

▲ Better than typical
2012 Chevrolet Corvette
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:56:06.728Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
56
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2012

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Fuel/propulsion system

50% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 6 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1984: 14 complaints 1985: 16 complaints 1986: 15 complaints 1987: 21 complaints 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1989: 15 complaints 1990: 34 complaints 1991: 24 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1995: 32 complaints 1996: 44 complaints 1997: 153 complaints 1998: 399 complaints 1999: 308 complaints 1999 2000: 278 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2002: 157 complaints 2003: 85 complaints 2004: 217 complaints 2005: 533 complaints 2005 2006: 365 complaints 2007: 341 complaints 2008: 541 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2010: 84 complaints 2011: 85 complaints 2012: 56 complaints 2012 56 2013: 82 complaints 2014: 63 complaints 2015: 64 complaints 2016: 105 complaints 2017: 257 complaints 2018: 51 complaints 2019: 148 complaints 2020: 34 complaints 2021: 13 complaints 2022: 21 complaints 2023: 27 complaints 2023 2024: 21 complaints 2025: 11 complaints
1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 6 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1984: 14 complaints 1984 1985: 16 complaints 1986: 15 complaints 1987: 21 complaints 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1989: 15 complaints 1990: 34 complaints 1990 1991: 24 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1995: 32 complaints 1996: 44 complaints 1996 1997: 153 complaints 1998: 399 complaints 1999: 308 complaints 1999 2000: 278 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2002: 157 complaints 2002 2003: 85 complaints 2004: 217 complaints 2005: 533 complaints 2005 2006: 365 complaints 2007: 341 complaints 2008: 541 complaints 2008 2009: 151 complaints 2010: 84 complaints 2011: 85 complaints 2012: 56 complaints 2012 56 2013: 82 complaints 2014: 63 complaints 2015: 64 complaints 2016: 105 complaints 2017: 257 complaints 2017 2018: 51 complaints 2019: 148 complaints 2020: 34 complaints 2020 2021: 13 complaints 2022: 21 complaints 2023: 27 complaints 2023 2024: 21 complaints 2025: 11 complaints
1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 6 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1984: 14 complaints 1985: 16 complaints 1985 1986: 15 complaints 1987: 21 complaints 1987 1988: 16 complaints 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 34 complaints 1991: 24 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1995: 32 complaints 1995 1996: 44 complaints 1997: 153 complaints 1997 1998: 399 complaints 1999: 308 complaints 1999 2000: 278 complaints 2001: 205 complaints 2001 2002: 157 complaints 2003: 85 complaints 2003 2004: 217 complaints 2005: 533 complaints 2005 2006: 365 complaints 2007: 341 complaints 2007 2008: 541 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2009 2010: 84 complaints 2011: 85 complaints 2012: 56 complaints 2012 56 2013: 82 complaints 2014: 63 complaints 2015: 64 complaints 2015 2016: 105 complaints 2017: 257 complaints 2017 2018: 51 complaints 2019: 148 complaints 2019 2020: 34 complaints 2021: 13 complaints 2021 2022: 21 complaints 2023: 27 complaints 2023 2024: 21 complaints 2025: 11 complaints 2025

2012: 56 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19803
19816
19820
198414
198516
198615
198721
198816
198915
199034
199124
19927
199322
199429
199532
199644
1997153
1998399
1999308
2000278
2001205
2002157
200385
2004217
2005533
2006365
2007341
2008541
2009151
201084
201185
201256
201382
201463
201564
2016105
2017257
201851
2019148
202034
202113
202221
202327
202421
202511

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel/propulsion system

50% · 28 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Smelling gas fumes when parked. There were no other indicators of an issue. I took car to dealership, turns out there is a flaw with the fuel system, causing a leak at the top of the tank.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-30

Fuel smell coming from gas cap area replaced the gas cap twice. Continue to have strong fuel smells in garage where car is kept. Started about one month ago.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-13

Strong gas smell after filling gas tank. This is a known issue on these cars and although it can develop at any time they only warranty the problem for 10 years. This creates a fire hazard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-17

Air bags

18% · 10 reports

Electrical system

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

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The wire to the starter melts out causing the entire charging system to stop working an drains the battery causing the motor to shut off while driving . Then no power steering or…

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-29

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and steering

Electronic stability control (esc)

9% · 5 reports
CRASH

Service brakes

7% · 4 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Upon braking to enter a tight left hand turn in the country the dic displayed several warning indicators, ABS and traction control. The right front brake locked up (Confirmed by the flat spot on the tire).

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-08

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2011-10-14Structure11V491000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from January 24, 2011, through September 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on October 14, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2012 Chevrolet Corvette — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 11V491000 · Structure
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.