MYRModel Year Report

2020 Chevrolet Corvette

▲ Better than typical
2020 Chevrolet Corvette
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:43:33.886Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Corvette Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 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: 277 complaints 2001: 203 complaints 2002: 157 complaints 2003: 84 complaints 2004: 217 complaints 2005: 531 complaints 2005 2006: 365 complaints 2007: 340 complaints 2008: 539 complaints 2009: 151 complaints 2010: 84 complaints 2011: 84 complaints 2011 2012: 56 complaints 2013: 82 complaints 2014: 61 complaints 2015: 64 complaints 2016: 103 complaints 2017: 255 complaints 2017 2018: 51 complaints 2019: 147 complaints 2020: 33 complaints 2020 2021: 11 complaints 2022: 20 complaints 2023: 22 complaints 2023 2024: 20 complaints 2025: 10 complaints 2025
2020: 33 complaints
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YearComplaints
19803
19816
19820
198414
198516
198615
198721
198816
198915
199034
199124
19927
199322
199429
199532
199644
1997153
1998399
1999308
2000277
2001203
2002157
200384
2004217
2005531
2006365
2007340
2008539
2009151
201084
201184
201256
201382
201461
201564
2016103
2017255
201851
2019147
202033
202111
202220
202322
202420
202510

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 30%

30% of complaints: structure — 10 distinct reports on file.

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THE FRONT TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE FLEW OPEN WHILE DRIVING CAUSING BLOCKED VISIBILITY AND CREATED BENT HINGES FOR THE LID. THIS HAPPENED ON A CITY STREET AND DID NOT TAKE IT ON THE HIGHWAY AFTERWARDS FOR SAFETY REASONS

NHTSA ODI report, 20200712

THE 2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTE IS TRULY A UNIQUE LOOKING AUTOMOBILE AND IT ATTRACTS ATTENTION EVERYWHERE YOU GO. ALMOST EVERYBODY WANTS TO LOOK AT IT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200611

WHILE DRIVING THE 2020 CORVETTE AT A LOW SPEED, THE FRONT HOOD FLEW OPEN AND IMPAIRED MY VISIBILITY. THIS IS CHEVROLET'S FIRST ATTEMPT AT A MID-ENGINE CAR. SO THE FRONT HOOD IS ACTUALLY A TRUCK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200417

POWER TRAIN 18%

18% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260608

The contact owned a 2020 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact came to a complete stop at a stop sign.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231222

VISIBILITY/WIPER 12%

12% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 4 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20200903 — electrical system, latches/locks/linkages

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.

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.

Campaign 20V461000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20200924 — electrical system, structure

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.

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.

Campaign 20V489000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201015 — seat belts

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.

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.

Campaign 20V581000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201209 — service brakes

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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020.

Campaign 20V588000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Chevrolet Corvette — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20V461000 (electrical system, latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V489000 (electrical system, structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V581000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V588000 (service brakes) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1995 ▲ 1990 ▲ 1996

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2005 ■ 1998

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette?

The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette have?

4 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.