2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 has a complaint index of 100, the highest of the four model years with data, and ranks worst overall. Engine problems (54% of complaints) and fuel system issues (31%) dominate, with no recalls filed for this year.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 4 Corvette Z06 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 48
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 0
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 6
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 3
- Top issue
- Engine
Top 2008 Chevy Corvette Z06 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine26 (54%)
- Fuel System15 (31%)
- Brakes5 (10%)
- Other3 (6%)
- Electrical System2 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (4%)
- Steering1 (2%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Active handling and stability/traction control systems reportedly engaged unexpectedly, pulling the car sharply to one side and causing loss of control.
- Owners describe rear wheels breaking off at the lug nuts while merging or accelerating, leading to violent crashes.
- Some drivers reported a fire and smoke coming from the dashboard navigation unit even while it was turned off.
- Fuel reportedly sprayed out of the filler neck during refueling when the pump shut off.
- Owners noted excessive valve and valve guide wear causing loud valve noise, sometimes requiring head and valve replacement.
- Some drivers reported a persistent gasoline smell in enclosed spaces that dealers could not trace to a specific leak.
2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2008 compared with other Corvette Z06 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the 2008 Z06 has a complaint index of 100, the highest among the four model years with data, and carries an Avoid verdict relative to other Corvette Z06 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Corvette Z06?
- Engine issues make up 54% of complaints and fuel system issues make up 31%, according to NHTSA data. Brakes account for 10% of complaints but are tied to 4 of the 6 reported crashes.
- Does the 2008 Corvette Z06 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 model year, unlike the 2006 and 2007 model years, which each had one recall.
- How does the 2008 Z06 compare to other Corvette Z06 years?
- The 2008 model ranks worst of the four years with data, with a complaint index of 100 versus 67 for 2006, 33 for 2007, and 0 for 2005, which is rated Good.
- At what mileage do 2008 Z06 problems typically appear?
- Engine complaints show a median mileage at failure of 28,000 miles, while fuel system complaints show a median of 40,022 miles.