2006 Chevrolet Corvette Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 5%of 365 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 35,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette, 5% of the 365 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 35,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After car purchase , on multiple occasions while turning right at very slow speeds the steering wheel would almost lock-up and the brakes would apply and kind of pump themselves and the the service traction control system light would come on .once during a rt. Turn on a green arrow it happened and the car behind me almost hit me because the car almost stopped during the turn .I had the same problem with an 05 Corvette only not as bad . The problem has happened 5 or 6 times since I bought the car , in varying degrees . …”
NHTSA complaint #10765171, filed 2015-09, 30,000 miles“When driving the service active handling system warning light appears on the dash. I have had the original recall fix performed on my car (orange/red clip) and had the steering wheel positioning sensor replaced. The problem is now back again.”
NHTSA complaint #10404003, filed 2011-06, 48,000 miles“I purchased a 2006 Corvette in june of 2010. Since then I have had various electrical problems including, high and low tire pressure warnings, flat tire warning (tires were fine), service active handling system (has happened twice while driving, front tires locked up.. Almost got rear ended. I was sitting at a light, when to turn left and front tires locked up. Pushed the clutch in several times but tires still locked up. Turned off the active handling .. Chose comp drive mode, problem went away. …”
NHTSA complaint #10379662, filed 2011-01, 55,000 miles“Approximately one year ago, my 2006 Corvette started showing three messages: service active handling/service traction control/service ABS. I was going to have the dealer take a look at the vehicle, but then the messages went away. They would come on and off, but it was not a very frequent occurrence. Yesterday, 07/28/2013, not only did the messages appear, but my ABS kicked in while going around a corner and I almost lost control of my vehicle. I shut down the vehicle and restarted it, but all three messages came back on within 30 seconds of driving it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10532410, filed 2013-07, 35,000 miles“2006 Corvette coupe, roof delaminating, dealer took car and is holding indefinitely, GM won't act any faster, won't issue a glass roof until new roofs come in. I was told I can't have my car until new roof arrives and they don't know when that is.”
NHTSA complaint #10163890, filed 2006-07, 2,070 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and…
- 11019073May 30, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and…
- 11019072May 30, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and…
- 11014455Feb 20, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
- 11014061Feb 7, 2025This PIC provides a diagnostic check to help technicians test for a weak hydraulic cylinder on a power folding top.
- 11014060Feb 7, 2025This PIC directs technicians into some common areas to inspect when dealing with a folding top that appears to be misaligned.
- 11011782Dec 7, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads…
- 11007744Sep 12, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 11007743Sep 12, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 9% |
| 2024 | 2 | 10% |
| 2023 | 6 | 22% |
| 2022 | 4 | 19% |
| 2021 | 1 | 8% |
| 2020 | 5 | 15% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 | 4 | 6% |
| 2014 | 11 | 17% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 4 | 5% |
| 2010 | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 | 7 | 5% |
| 2008 | 20 | 4% |
| 2007 | 19 | 6% |
| 2006 | 17 | 5% |
| 2005 | 33 | 6% |
| 2004 | 7 | 3% |
| 2003 | 4 | 5% |
| 2002 | 5 | 3% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 5 | 2% |
| 1999 | 8 | 3% |
| 1998 | 9 | 2% |
| 1997 | 5 | 3% |
| 1996 | 5 | 11% |
| 1995 | 2 | 6% |
| 1994 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1989 | 1 | 7% |
| 1985 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
62 complaintsBody and structure
59 complaintsFuel system
50 complaintsElectrical system
44 complaintsSteering
44 complaintsElectronic stability control
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
33 complaintsBrakes
28 complaintsEngine
24 complaintsAir bags
14 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology