2001 Chevrolet Corvette Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 205 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,864miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette, 2% of the 205 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,864 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.
“- the contact called regarding the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette z06. The contact heard a noise in the rear of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a repair shop. The mechanic diagnosed that the rear wheel bearing needed to be replaced. The contact has the faulty part. The failure mileage 11,000. The contact has the repair invoice. Updated 05/04/07. The consumer provided additional information glassroots motor magazine stating the vehicle is prone to axel seal failure. Updated 06/29/07”
NHTSA complaint #10184973, filed 2007-03, 11,000 miles“There is a total loss in acceleration power due to transmission line not being installed properly. Consumer was told this by an mechanic at the dealership. While driving, consumer noticed a puff of smoke followed by a loss of acceleration, the only response while pressing the accelerator was high RPM's, dealer is refusing to refund the purchase price or exchange the vehicle without a substantial financial penalty.”
NHTSA complaint #883816, filed 2001-03“Nar 06/19/2003. The consumers vehicle was in need of numerous repairs. Voluntary emission recall- reprogram the powertrain control module. Excessive engine oil consumption. Engine knocking noise. Fuel gauge dropped to empty, driver seat is coming apart, steering column lock. Air conditioner has a bad odor. Inability to lock car doors. Radio produces loud static, and speakers rattle. Headlights have a bad battery and the rear view mirror doesn't dim.”
NHTSA complaint #10024455, filed 2003-06“Standard transmission; vehicle will try to go into reverse at high rpms while consumer is driving. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.”
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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 9% |
| 2024 | 2 | 10% |
| 2023 | 8 | 30% |
| 2022 | 5 | 24% |
| 2021 | 7 | 54% |
| 2020 | 6 | 18% |
| 2019 | 10 | 7% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 12 | 12% |
| 2015 | 18 | 28% |
| 2014 | 9 | 14% |
| 2013 | 3 | 4% |
| 2012 | 2 | 4% |
| 2011 | 11 | 13% |
| 2010 | 4 | 5% |
| 2009 | 6 | 4% |
| 2008 | 32 | 6% |
| 2007 | 51 | 15% |
| 2006 | 33 | 9% |
| 2005 | 70 | 13% |
| 2004 | 2 | 1% |
| 2003 | 11 | 13% |
| 2002 | 3 | 2% |
| 2001 | 5 | 2% |
| 2000 | 7 | 3% |
| 1999 | 12 | 4% |
| 1998 | 18 | 5% |
| 1997 | 3 | 2% |
| 1996 | 6 | 14% |
| 1995 | 3 | 9% |
| 1994 | 4 | 14% |
| 1993 | 3 | 14% |
| 1991 | 1 | 4% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1989 | 2 | 13% |
| 1988 | 2 | 13% |
| 1985 | 2 | 13% |
| 1984 | 1 | 7% |
| 1981 | 3 | 50% |
Other parts of the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
88 complaintsFuel system
32 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsEngine cooling
25 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsWheels
16 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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