Verdict
2018 Chevrolet Corvette: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most coupe.
Owners filed 51 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 78% of 2018 coupes. Wheels leads the reports (84%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2018 coupes, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
51
Reports to NHTSA, 2018
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 78% of 2018 coupes
The bar is this car's percentile among 2018 coupes by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Wheels issues lead owner complaints (84% of 51 reports), followed by service brakes (4%).
Share of all 51 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11632251, ODI 11550568, ODI 11542753, ODI 11486702, ODI 11471614.
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.
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General 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.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
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
2018 Chevrolet Corvette 2 DR RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
2018 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 7-spd | 16 | 25 | 19 |
| Corvette | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 7-spd | 15 | 22 | 18 |
| Corvette | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 15 | 25 | 18 |
| Corvette | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 13 | 23 | 16 |
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.
2018 Chevrolet Corvette: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette?
Owners filed 51 NHTSA complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette — more complaints than 78% of comparable 2018 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 2018 Chevrolet Corvette?
The most-reported problem areas are Wheels (84% of complaints) and service brakes (4%).
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette, covering components such as steering. 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 2018 Chevrolet Corvette get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette between 16 and 19 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.