2000 Chevrolet Corvette Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 278 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 38,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine of the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette, 2% of the 278 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 38,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Steering column is locked, the wheel will not turn and the motor dies if the vehicle moves. Previous recall for other corvettes same model year and from the same plant but recalls stop prior to the VIN number of this vehicle. Occurred after restarting the parked vehicle. Vehicle was parked in a lot at a shopping center.”
NHTSA complaint #11398255, filed 2021-02, 114,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving through a busy intersection at approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the engine but later experienced the same failure while driving at a slow speed and making a left turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10704240, filed 2015-04, 34,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the bpmv needed to be replaced along with other unknown failures. The manufacturer stated that the part needed for the repair was discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 25,000. Updated 09/17/14 updated 02/3/2015”
NHTSA complaint #10618946, filed 2014-08, 25,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated on the instrumental panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnosis. The mechanic stated the electronic control module needed to be replaced however, the part was discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #10593381, filed 2014-05, 38,000 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact started the engine and the message pull key and wait ten seconds appeared on the instrument panel. The contact followed the instructions and restarted the vehicle. The instrument panel displayed the message service column lock . The contact shifted into reverse and applied the accelerator pedal as the engine stalled. The contact was able to restart the engine, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #10732386, filed 2015-07, 46,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10242298Aug 10, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10178387Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10176326May 21, 2020This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10160987May 7, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the…
- 10160983May 6, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10144451Aug 8, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10129097Jan 25, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 9% |
| 2024 | 2 | 10% |
| 2023 | 2 | 7% |
| 2022 | 1 | 5% |
| 2020 | 4 | 12% |
| 2019 | 4 | 3% |
| 2017 | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 | 6 | 6% |
| 2015 | 8 | 12% |
| 2014 | 5 | 8% |
| 2013 | 8 | 10% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 5 | 6% |
| 2010 | 3 | 4% |
| 2009 | 24 | 16% |
| 2008 | 21 | 4% |
| 2007 | 26 | 8% |
| 2006 | 24 | 7% |
| 2005 | 13 | 2% |
| 2004 | 2 | 1% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 5 | 2% |
| 1999 | 5 | 2% |
| 1998 | 4 | 1% |
| 1997 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 2 | 6% |
| 1994 | 3 | 10% |
| 1993 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
169 complaintsBrakes
32 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsSeats
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology