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Old Apr 9, 2023 | 11:51 PM
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Default Speedometer has failed on 2003 50th Ann car

One of my close friends has a 2003 50th Anniversary Edition car with only 10,000 miles since new.

His speedometer gauge has failed, it shows 200+ MPH when sitting still and will not register while driving.

The HUD *does* show his speed.

Does anyone have any suggestions, or experienced the same thing?

Thanks for any advice that you can offer. Cary
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Old Apr 10, 2023 | 05:51 AM
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Not sure about the problem but if you need a new 50th cluster here you go

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-Corvet...edirect=mobile

If you want a regular cluster they're also available on eBay for about half the price too
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Old Apr 10, 2023 | 07:15 AM
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The biggest problem with a used cluster is that the mileage stays with the cluster. I have a used standard cluster for sale, and it would instantly increase depicted mileage as 120K or so. Ouch
I have seen reports that they can be reset, but that would take some more research.
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I had a 2004 Tahoe that did this. If you are handy you can take the cluster apart and replace the servo motors for the needles. Back when I did it, it cost a grand total of $36 to do all 6. I had 2 or 3 that would act crazy sometimes. Maybe the Corvette's are the same.
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