2018 Chevrolet Corvette Problems
Compared with other Chevrolet Corvette years
Typical for this model
52/100 1.0× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 1.0× that of a typical Chevrolet Corvette year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 42 of its 51 complaints were filed by the end of 2020.
- Most reported problem: Bent wheels that vibrate while driving (44 complaints, median 11,259 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 51filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 10,000miles, 41 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 6.2L 8-cyl RWD · 15 city / 25 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of this model year most often describe wheel problems: cracked rims that let air out slowly or, in some cases, lose pressure quickly, and bent wheels that produce vibration while driving. Most reported mileage is under 20,000 miles, and some describe cracks with no pothole or impact noted. Owners often say the dealer or manufacturer declined to cover wheel repairs under warranty.
- Wheels
Cracked wheel rims that leak air
- 38 complaints (75%)
- median 12,000 mi at 2.0 yrs old (29 state mileage)
- filed 2019–2024
Owners describe cracks, often on the inside lip of the rim, that let air out slowly over days or more quickly while driving. A tire pressure warning or a steady drop in pressure is a common first sign, and some owners found the crack while new tires were being installed. According to complaints, dealers and tire shops confirmed the cracks, and some owners were told warranty coverage was declined because the damage was from road hazards. Mostly reported under 20,000 miles, and some describe cracks found with no pothole or impact noted.
What to check: Ask for the tire and wheel service history, and check the inner lip of each rim for cracks or earlier repairs. Ask whether the car has had repeated tire pressure warnings or wheel replacements, and confirm in writing what the warranty covers for wheel damage.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The rim cracked several months after purchasing it. It's well known this model has been identified with this problem. The replacement was costly. 2018 grand sport, while traveling on the interstate my tire loss pressure and I had to make and emergency exit after being alerted by the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11372322, filed 2020-10, 46,000 miles“Noticed that rear tire was leaking air. Checked for nail or other object in tire. The dealership found that the rear wheels were cracked and losing air. Pics sent to GM who refused to repair. I then had them welded in an effort to fix the problem. Still losing air. I have the repair invoice.”
NHTSA complaint #11363826, filed 2020-10, 19,706 miles - Wheels
Bent wheels that vibrate while driving
- 44 complaints (86%)
- median 11,259 mi at 2.0 yrs old (34 state mileage)
- filed 2018–2024
Owners describe wheels that are bent or out of round, sometimes with no visible damage, producing vibration felt through the steering wheel. Some say a replacement wheel was installed and another was later found out of round, and some say the dealer or manufacturer would not cover the replacement. Some complaints describe the vibration starting soon after purchase. Most reported under 10,000 miles, with some within the first 4,000, though a few are reported above 15,000.
What to check: Ask for a test drive at highway speed and check each wheel for bends or cracks on the inner lip. Ask whether any wheel has been replaced and whether the November 2025 vibration bulletin was reviewed for this car.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“While traveling along 240 in memphis,tn I hit an unlevel piece of pavement. My speed was maybe 45 MPH. While the car was at the dealer they said that I had 4 bend rims. Upon inspection of the wheels each wheel had been bent on the inside of the rims. This was causing the car to drive poorly and cause the steering wheel to vibrate.”
NHTSA complaint #11164516, filed 2019-01, 3,585 miles“07/08/19 ' I took the vehicle to coggin Chevrolet at 10,053 miles for a problem right rear tire going flat. They could find no problem. 09/17/19 ' took vehicle to tires plus in ponte vedra fl to analyze why passenger side rear tire is losing air at a rapid pace. It lost 34 lbs. Of air in 10 days. They advised that the wheel was cracked. 09/19/19 - I just received a call at 3:18 p.m. From melanie vergotz, service advisor, coggin Chevrolet. …”
NHTSA complaint #11257968, filed 2019-09, 10,518 miles
Buying note. Wheel cracks and bent rims are the main pattern in this sample, so a pre-purchase check of all four wheels and any wheel or tire repair records is a practical step. Ask for written details of any warranty decisions on wheel damage.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 46 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 51 consumer complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette. 41 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 10,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 1,010 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 13 Chevrolet Corvette model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 52 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Wheels45 88%
- Brakes2 3.9%
- Electrical system1 2.0%
- Other or unknown1 2.0%
- Steering1 2.0%
- Body and structure1 2.0%
- Tires1 2.0%
Example complaints
Wheels: “While getting new tires installed, the technician noticed one of my wheels was cracked. I had not hit any potholes or anything that would cause major stress to the wheel. If I had not needed new tires, the crack likely wouldn't have been found until it catastrophically failed.”
NHTSA complaint #11280493, filed 2019-11, 36,000 milesBrakes: “The brakes have now four times failed to stop the vehicle. When pressed they get hard, then go down to the floor and there's a pulsating feeling. The vehicle just continues to go to the floor. On the third occasion that it happened, the vehicle in a non-emergency situation, would not stop in traffic and rear-ended another vehicle. It is dangerous and GM is no help.”
NHTSA complaint #11172195, filed 2019-01, 9,500 milesElectrical system: “I just purchased the vehicle 11-04-2019. The trunk pops open when I get in the car and sit down. There is also a problem when backing up to pull off and turning to the left or right, the car will start jerking and there's a popping sound.”
NHTSA complaint #11280891, filed 2019-11, 8,800 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 41 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 5,722 and 16,700 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2018 Chevrolet Corvette version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 7-speed manual | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Corvette RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 15 | 25 | 18 | $4,550 |
| Corvette RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 7-speed manual | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| Corvette RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 13 | 23 | 16 | $5,150 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V175000Mar 20, 2025Steering › Electric power assist systemCovers: Chevrolet Corvette 2017–2018, Cadillac CTS 2016–2018, Chevrolet Camaro 2017–2018 +1 more
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Recall details for the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1,010 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037550Sep 21, 2026Other or unknown. This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027689Jan 12, 2026Other or unknown. This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit…
Other model years of the Chevrolet Corvette
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11 | 25 | 3 | — | 14 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 21 | 500 | 2 | — | 15 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 27 | 812 | 1 | — | 15 | 43 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 21 | 9,250 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 2021 | 13 | 12,500 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 34 | 1,100 | 4 | — | 19 | 69 · More | Falling |
| 2019 | 148 | 7,953 | 1 | — | 17 | 99 · More | Falling |
| 2018 | 51 | 10,000 | 1 | — | 18 | 52 · Typical | Falling |
| 2017 | 257 | 14,000 | 4 | — | 19 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2016 | 104 | 14,500 | 2 | — | 20 | 69 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 65 | 12,000 | 5 | — | 20 | 69 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 63 | 7,700 | 5 | — | 21 | 73 · More | Stable |
| 2013 | 82 | 18,250 | 0 | — | 18 | 24 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 56 | 25,000 | 1 | — | 18 | 22 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2011 | 85 | 28,900 | 1 | — | 18 | 22 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 84 | 35,202 | 0 | — | 18 | 10 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 151 | 38,500 | 0 | — | 18 | 35 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 541 | 48,300 | 0 | — | 18 | 48 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 341 | 43,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 365 | 36,750 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 533 | 40,000 | 6 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 217 | 33,100 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 85 | 30,544 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 157 | 42,500 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 205 | 42,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 278 | 39,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 308 | 45,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 399 | 46,140 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 153 | 42,258 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 44 | 100,000 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 32 | 94,000 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 29 | 92,000 | 0 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1993 | 22 | 77,452 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Falling |
| 1992 | 7 | 34,000 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 24 | 89,450 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Falling |
| 1990 | 34 | 57,999 | 2 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1989 | 15 | 76,700 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 16 | 57,000 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1987 | 21 | 99,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 15 | 83,200 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 16 | 92,000 | 1 | — | 17 | — | Stable |
| 1984 | 14 | 94,000 | 5 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
| 1981 | 6 | 84,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette?
Owners of this model year most often describe wheel problems: cracked rims that let air out slowly or, in some cases, lose pressure quickly, and bent wheels that produce vibration while driving. The issues reported most often: Cracked wheel rims that leak air; Bent wheels that vibrate while driving.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette have?
NHTSA recorded 51 consumer complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette is reported most often?
Wheels is named most often, in 45 complaints (88% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette (Corvette, 6.2L 8-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 25 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette reported?
Among the 41 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 10,000 miles and the middle half falls between 5,722 and 16,700 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.