2015 Chevrolet Corvette Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 28%of 65 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,881miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette, 28% of the 65 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,881 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Slow down shift. When you hit the accelerator while the car is down shifting, there is a 2 second delay. I came off express way and turned on to road then hit the gas to merge into a lane when there was a 2 second delay. Very dangerous. How do I fix problem? Why is Chevrolet not fixing problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11387722, filed 2021-01, 2,000 miles“The a8 automatic transmission in the 2015 Corvette is prone to occasional hard downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when driving at slow speeds (less than 10 MPH). Sometimes the downshifts are so violent that the car jerks forward several feet. The first time it happened I thought I had been rear ended by another car. The unpredictable behavior of the transmission is especially dangerous in proximity to pedestrians or other vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10894014, filed 2016-08, 9,300 miles“I've almost been hit twice pulling into traffic on a city street with this car. Shifting when the transmission is cold into 2nd gear from 1st gear is near impossible and appears to be a known problem based on my internet search. Several times I've pulled into traffic and couldn't shift it into 2nd gear. By then the car is slowing down with traffic bearing down on it and you have to slow down even more to go back to 1st gear. The local dealership says this is normal but I disagree because it's a safety issue. I have to rev the engine higher and go directly into third gear to protect my life.”
NHTSA complaint #11155964, filed 2018-12, 24,500 miles“The vehicle is equipped with an 8l90 automatic transmission. It has a severe shudder problem when cruising down the road at 50 to 70 MPH. Can get almost undrivable. Also will not upshift after a performance downshift. Dealer flushed transmission per GM bulletin but problem is still there. Looks like almost all of GM 8 speed transmissions have this problem circa 2015-2016.”
NHTSA complaint #11241123, filed 2019-08, 11,500 miles“A8 transmission shudder. Had fluid change at 10305 miles. At 10881 miles problem is now worse than before. Warranty is now expired . Hopefully GM has a remedy for this problem on 2015 Corvette. Have owned five Corvette. This may be the last one GM needs to stand behind their product.”
NHTSA complaint #11362308, filed 2020-10, 10,881 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11014622Mar 2, 2025This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement
- 11014621Mar 2, 2025This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement
- 11014353Feb 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011989Nov 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11011436Oct 10, 2024This Preliminary information communicates for Technicians installing a Service Replacement Transmission Assembly to contact Technical Assistance to make sure unit is not suspect…
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11009088Sep 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
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 2015 Chevrolet Corvette
12 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 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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