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2012 Chevrolet Corvette Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

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Oct 3, 2011

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Chevrolet Corvette average of 2.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Structure › Body › Hatchback / Liftgate › Hinge And Attachments, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Chevrolet Corvette recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 11V491000

Structure › Body › Hatchback / Liftgate › Hinge And Attachments

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS LLC

Reported Oct 3, 2011

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

THE REAR HATCH COULD SEPARATE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2012 Chevrolet Corvette recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Chevrolet Corvette?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology