2013 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 48about this part
- Share
- 59%of 82 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 32,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 48 complaints about the fuel system of the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette, 59% of the 82 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My fuel tank cracked on top, causing fuel to run down on to my exhaust system, very scary. I was in motion on the highway, didn't notice until I pulled into my friends carport, gas then leaked onto his driveway, causing fumes to get into his garage.”
NHTSA complaint #11015564, filed 2017-08, 26 miles“In the past few months I have noticed a strong gasoline smell from the outside of my car. Now that smell is occurring inside the car also evertime I fill the tank. I have checked several databases on line to see if other cars are experiencing this problem and it has been reported several times.it is becoming stronger now than before, however I cannot detect a leak under the car. I will be contacting a dealer about this problem, however it is not the dealer where I purchased the car. I purchased the car in another state. …”
NHTSA complaint #11306351, filed 2020-01, 64,000 miles“Every time I fill up with gas I smell a strong odor of gas for the next few days until the fuel level goes down (driven daily). I can smell the gas odor in and outside of the vehicle and it also fills up my garage with gas fumes. I do not overfill when putting gas in. After looking into this it appears to be a common problem with leaks in the fuel pump to fuel tank area or cracks around tank fittings, and should be looked into as a very serious safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10895492, filed 2016-08, 46,000 miles“I noticed a strong smell of gasoline in my garage and it was also inside the car. This is a well known issue that is the subject of a special service bulletin from GM, described as follows: 2007 - 2013 Corvette: service bulletin: 15682 primary tank module flange fuel and vapor leaks special coverage adjustment 15682 primary tank module flange fuel and vapor leaks reference number: n150682 release date: july 2016 condition some 2007 to 2009 model year cadillac xlr and 2007 to 2013 model year Chevrolet Corvette vehicles may have a condition where a fuel odor is detected, fuel droplets appear…”
NHTSA complaint #11267780, filed 2019-10, 76,500 miles“When the car is half full or over with gas whether parked inside or out, there must be leaking because the fuel smell in garage is extremely strong and worried about a fire. The smell is coming from the drivers side forward wheel well. Even outside it smell super strong! Please advise, very concerned..”
NHTSA complaint #11354064, filed 2020-09, 17,950 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 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…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10234144Mar 20, 2023This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 18% |
| 2024 | 6 | 29% |
| 2023 | 3 | 11% |
| 2020 | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 | 14 | 13% |
| 2015 | 8 | 12% |
| 2014 | 15 | 24% |
| 2013 | 48 | 59% |
| 2012 | 29 | 52% |
| 2011 | 49 | 58% |
| 2010 | 49 | 58% |
| 2009 | 82 | 54% |
| 2008 | 374 | 69% |
| 2007 | 117 | 34% |
| 2006 | 50 | 14% |
| 2005 | 24 | 5% |
| 2004 | 148 | 68% |
| 2003 | 11 | 13% |
| 2002 | 19 | 12% |
| 2001 | 32 | 16% |
| 2000 | 22 | 8% |
| 1999 | 14 | 5% |
| 1998 | 17 | 4% |
| 1997 | 12 | 8% |
| 1996 | 4 | 9% |
| 1995 | 3 | 9% |
| 1994 | 1 | 3% |
| 1993 | 2 | 9% |
| 1990 | 2 | 6% |
| 1981 | 4 | 67% |
Other parts of the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
10 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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