2021 Chevrolet Corvette recalls and problems

The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette has 2 safety recalls and 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
13
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2021 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2021 Chevrolet Corvette recalls

Recall 22V-091: Power Train

Reported Feb 17, 2022 · 22 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left or right rear half-shaft assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212351320.

Recall 21V-421: Air Bags, Electrical System

Reported Jun 10, 2021 · 285,622 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

Risk: The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212338110.

2021 Chevrolet Corvette problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train7
Electrical System4
Air Bags1
Wheels1
Service Brakes1
Unknown or Other1
Exterior Lighting1
Visibility/Wiper1

Most reported parts

  • Wheels › Rim — 1
  • Power Train › Manual Transmission › Seals/Gaskets — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,500 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2021 Chevrolet Corvette complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Exterior Lighting · reported Sep 30, 2026
"Both front headlamp assemblies have internal moisture condensation and permanent residue/streaking on the interior lens surfaces. This is a known manufacturing defect documented across 2020-2024 C8 Corvette model years. GM issued TSB 01-08-42-001P acknowledging this defect. Cox Chevrolet documented both headlamps as 'DEFECTIVE HEADLAMP LENSES' on repair order #428778. The vehicle has only 3,700 miles. GM's own Policy Evaluation Tool confirms zero miles driven out of warranty. GM offered only $250 in rewards points in response to a formal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act demand for $5,050 in repair…
Unknown or Other · reported Aug 4, 2026
The vehicle has the dash lifting started to happen a month after I bought the vehicle that a bubble formed and now it’s peeling off it’s a common issue on all Corvette 3Lt’s and Chevy is aware of it and charge customers $3,000 to replace it and don’t think it’s right to do that and should own up to mistake but forums of Corvette owners show how common of a issue it is on the 3Lt trim since it’s leather.
Power Train · reported Dec 2, 2025
Noise from the rear of the vehicle. Took vehicle in to dealership. The determined that it was a left side loose axle nut. This is clearly a safety issue. It may not have been torqued properly at the factory. The vehicle is a 2021 with only 5500 miles. They did the repair/tightened the axle nut and the noise is gone.
Electrical System · reported Sep 6, 2025
intermittent black screen from the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on the infotainment screen with red icons when put in reverse the backup camera may fail with a black screen there is no full mirror coverage to the rear of the car while backing up.
Electrical System · reported May 3, 2025
I cannot believe the Corvette does not show that the alternator does not show that the car is not charging. I have a thirty year old corvette that will show you when the alternator does not show the car has an under performing alternator. If you do not have it showing on the display it will not show you that the alternator is defective. You have to show it on the display you never know you have a problem. It is an issue that is not a problem unless you know. I bought a battery and it was the alternator. They need to do a software upgrade to show you when a system goes out. My 1992 Corvette…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette: 22V-091 (power train), 21V-421 (air bags, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette?

Owners report power train problems most often (7 reports), followed by electrical system (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,500 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.