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2009 Chevrolet Corvette: common problems and reliability
· C6One of the weaker Corvette years.
455 owner complaints, most about fuel/propulsion system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2009 Corvette?The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has 455 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are fuel/propulsion system and engine. Owners most often flag cheap, dated interior materials and design.
Safety record for the 2009 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Corvette years only. How we score it
Is 2009 a good year for the Corvette?
Across the 30 Corvette model years we track, complaint volume runs from 13 (2021) to 1,178 (2008). With 455 complaints, the 2009 Corvette sits above the model's median of 170.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners report on the C6 Corvette
Owners regard the C6 as a strong performance value with a reliable LS engine family, praising its speed, handling, and surprisingly good highway fuel economy for a V8.
- Very frequentCheap, dated interior materials and design
- RecurrentInterior rattles, especially in cooler weather
- RecurrentLoud cabin and rough ride
- RecurrentPoor visibility and low height making the car hard for other drivers to see
- RecurrentExpensive and frequently worn tires
Owner insights for the C6 Corvette. Read the full C6 owner report.
Typical used price
Used Corvette listings typically run $23,270–$45,987.
Other Corvette model years
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