Is the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

Among 21 Corvette model years tracked, 2008 has the highest complaint index (100) and ranks worst overall, earning an Avoid verdict based on NHTSA owner complaints.

What is the main problem with the 2008 Corvette?

Fuel System complaints make up 69% of all reported issues (374 of 540), with a median failure mileage of 52,672 miles.

Does the 2008 Corvette have any recalls?

NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2008 Corvette, unlike several other model years such as 2005 and 2006 which had six and five recalls respectively.

How does the 2008 Corvette compare to other years?

The 2008 model has more complaints (540) and a higher complaint index (100) than every other Corvette year, while years like 2012, 2018, 2021, and 2022 rank as Best.

Were there any serious safety incidents reported for the 2008 Corvette?

NHTSA records include 9 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries linked to 2008 Corvette complaints, with airbags and brakes among the reported problem areas.

2008 Chevrolet Corvette Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Avoid The 2008 Chevrolet Corvette ranks worst of 21 model years with a complaint index of 100 and 540 complaints, earning an Avoid verdict. Fuel System issues dominate at 69% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 52,672 miles, though NHTSA lists zero recalls for this year.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 100/100; #1 of 21 Corvette years
Verdict: Avoid; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 540; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 9; reported in complaints
Fires: 2
Injuries: 5
Top issue: Fuel System
Best nearby year: 2012; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 18; 15 city / 25 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 5 / 0

2008 Chevrolet Corvette recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2008 Chevrolet Corvette fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 15 MPG
Highway: 25 MPG
Combined: 18 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $4,450; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2008 compared with other Corvette years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2006	Avoid	90	365	5	19
2007	Avoid	85	341	2	19
2008	Avoid	100	540	0	18
2009	Caution	70	151	0	18
2010	Caution	55	84	0	18

All Chevrolet Corvette years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?: Among 21 Corvette model years tracked, 2008 has the highest complaint index (100) and ranks worst overall, earning an Avoid verdict based on NHTSA owner complaints.
What is the main problem with the 2008 Corvette?: Fuel System complaints make up 69% of all reported issues (374 of 540), with a median failure mileage of 52,672 miles.
Does the 2008 Corvette have any recalls?: NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2008 Corvette, unlike several other model years such as 2005 and 2006 which had six and five recalls respectively.
How does the 2008 Corvette compare to other years?: The 2008 model has more complaints (540) and a higher complaint index (100) than every other Corvette year, while years like 2012, 2018, 2021, and 2022 rank as Best.
Were there any serious safety incidents reported for the 2008 Corvette?: NHTSA records include 9 crashes, 2 fires, and 5 injuries linked to 2008 Corvette complaints, with airbags and brakes among the reported problem areas.