Verdict
2012 Chevrolet Corvette: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most coupe.
Owners filed 56 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 69% of 2012 coupes. Fuel/Propulsion System leads the reports (46%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2012 coupes, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
56
Reports to NHTSA, 2012
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
18
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 69% of 2012 coupes
The bar is this car's percentile among 2012 coupes by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Fuel/Propulsion System issues lead owner complaints (46% of 56 reports), followed by air bags (18%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 56 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11746939, ODI 11722682, ODI 11714166, ODI 11627143, ODI 11586125.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
StructureMar 2011 · 11V491000Details +Close −
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 24, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS". THE REAR HATCH HINGES MAY NOT MEET THE LOAD REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIED IN THE SAFETY STANDARD.
Risk: THE REAR HATCH COULD SEPARATE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH REAR HATCH HINGES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2012 Chevrolet Corvette 2 DR RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
2012 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 | 25 | 19 |
| Corvette | 7.0L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 15 | 24 | 18 |
| Corvette | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 15 | 24 | 18 |
| Corvette | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 14 | 21 | 17 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2012 Chevrolet Corvette: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette?
Owners filed 56 NHTSA complaints about the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette — more complaints than 69% of comparable 2012 coupes, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette?
The most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (46% of complaints) and air bags (18%).
How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette, covering components such as structure. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette get?
The EPA rates the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette between 17 and 19 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.