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2018 Chevrolet Corvette: common problems and reliability
· C7One of the better Corvette years.
51 owner complaints, most about wheels. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2018 Corvette?The 2018 Chevrolet Corvette has 51 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are wheels and service brakes. Owners most often flag tire cracking in sub-20 degree temperatures with performance tires.
Safety record for the 2018 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Corvette years only. How we score it
Is 2018 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 51 complaints, the 2018 Corvette sits below 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
Recalls affecting the 2018 Corvette
steering:electric power assist system
Campaign 25V175000General 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.
What owners report on the C7 Corvette
Owners of the C7 Corvette generally regard it as a highly capable, engaging, and fun-to-drive sports car, with praise focused on its performance, handling, and value relative to competitors.
- RecurrentTire cracking in sub-20 degree temperatures with performance tires
- RecurrentInterior too small for taller drivers
- RecurrentHigh consumable costs (tires, brakes)
- IsolatedValve drop due to valve spring failure
- IsolatedDated interior materials
Owner insights for the C7 Corvette. Read the full C7 owner report.
Typical used price
Used Corvette listings typically run $23,270–$45,987.
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