2006 Chevrolet Corvette engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 28 complaints for the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette, 6% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 28 6% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 29,000 miles 19 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 4 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 9 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 3 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 0 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 19 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 29,000 miles, and 84% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires.
What owners wrote
2006 chevrolet corvette z06 oil line related engine fire customer states that this seems to be a known problem* the consumer stated on june 8, 2007 his new car sustained a 3 point engine fire related to an engine oil line defect. The consumer he stated was accompanied by experienced GM certified mechanic who assessed for unrelated repairs and warranty work. The consumer stated the mechanic made an analysis as to what caused the fire.
According to corvette forum, this is another widespread problem- the harmonic-balancer becomes warped and requires replacement... If not done timely, other "parts" could be negatively impacted as well...
Other problems reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
- Lighting 63 complaints
- Body & structure 63 complaints
- Fuel system 50 complaints
- Electrical system 44 complaints
- Steering 44 complaints
- Stability control 38 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 31 complaints
- Brakes 28 complaints