All corvettes have problem areas, so. . .
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,727
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From: Carson City, NV
Originally Posted by EscapePod
Sorry, but that's 
I've used nothing but the highest grade fuel (and even bottles of your precious Techron when not filling with Chevron) -- never makes a difference -- sensors are still screwed up, and they've been replaced twice -- once at my cost = $740. GM engineers fXXked up as bad as they possibly could with that design. Not one of my other three cars have that problem - and they get fueled at the same stations.
I've used nothing but the highest grade fuel (and even bottles of your precious Techron when not filling with Chevron) -- never makes a difference -- sensors are still screwed up, and they've been replaced twice -- once at my cost = $740. GM engineers fXXked up as bad as they possibly could with that design. Not one of my other three cars have that problem - and they get fueled at the same stations.
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 186
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From: Concord CA
Column lock (dealer fixed 3 times???)
Fuel sending unit (left me stranded about 50 miles from civilization....thank god for AAA...2hrs later )
Passenger door locking mechanism ( replaced twice)
No warning on DIC that targa top is not closed fully, such as the door ajar signal (am a lifetime member of the FRC club)
The little piece of plastic that covers the door panel access screws keeps falling off (replaced 4 to date
That been said I LOVE my vette .Even if the engine and transmission fell out while I was driving I would just forgive it fix it wash it and drive it.
Fuel sending unit (left me stranded about 50 miles from civilization....thank god for AAA...2hrs later )
Passenger door locking mechanism ( replaced twice)
No warning on DIC that targa top is not closed fully, such as the door ajar signal (am a lifetime member of the FRC club)
The little piece of plastic that covers the door panel access screws keeps falling off (replaced 4 to date
That been said I LOVE my vette .Even if the engine and transmission fell out while I was driving I would just forgive it fix it wash it and drive it.
Safety Car
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 4,038
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From: Springfield MO
St. Jude Donor '03-'05-'06-'07
Vette #1, an 02: Had a bit of a leaky rear end, but it got better and I
never had to get it serviced!
This one: At 19,500 miles no problems thus far. The only complaint is the
heat from the center console even with a heat master shield. But I'm
going to add some Reflectix Insulation to try and nip this in the bud!
never had to get it serviced!
This one: At 19,500 miles no problems thus far. The only complaint is the
heat from the center console even with a heat master shield. But I'm
going to add some Reflectix Insulation to try and nip this in the bud!
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 3,732
Likes: 21
From: Napa Ca
Originally Posted by EscapePod
Sorry, but that's
I've used nothing but the highest grade fuel (and even bottles of your precious Techron when not filling with Chevron) -- never makes a difference -- sensors are still screwed up, and they've been replaced twice -- once at my cost = $740. GM engineers fXXked up as bad as they possibly could with that design. Not one of my other three cars have that problem - and they get fueled at the same stations.
I've used nothing but the highest grade fuel (and even bottles of your precious Techron when not filling with Chevron) -- never makes a difference -- sensors are still screwed up, and they've been replaced twice -- once at my cost = $740. GM engineers fXXked up as bad as they possibly could with that design. Not one of my other three cars have that problem - and they get fueled at the same stations.
Used Chevron Supreme almost exclusively. After gauge problem dealer fixed but problem returned. Started using Unocal 76 and have not had the same problem since. But I know it will return eventually.Add: Headlight motor gear(s) wearing out faster than what should be expected. Turned off TwiLight Sentinel to keep lights from coming up whenever the car is started in garage.
Instructor
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 203
Likes: 0
From: Orlando FL
Recurring Diff leaks (I personally have had 3)
Fuel Sending Unit
OIL Consumption (Ring isssue) Mostly on 2001's
Column Lock
Battery Leaks on pre 2001's
Rocking seat
These all seem to be the popular ones. The good news is they are easily fixable with the right tech working on them. The car is very problem free.
Fuel Sending Unit
OIL Consumption (Ring isssue) Mostly on 2001's
Column Lock
Battery Leaks on pre 2001's
Rocking seat
These all seem to be the popular ones. The good news is they are easily fixable with the right tech working on them. The car is very problem free.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 886
Likes: 87
From: Largo FL
I just bought my 98 conv about a month ago but inherited -
1. Traction control, reduce engine power - fixed by cleaning grounds.
2. Oil pressure pegged - have new sending unit to put in.
3. Somewhat noisey from run craps - ordered a parttion and will get Michelins.
4. Battery draw problems - suspect drivers seat and am going to pull fuse tomorrow,
5. Rocking seats - I'm 6'2" so just put both seats all the way back.
All in all, really like the car.
1. Traction control, reduce engine power - fixed by cleaning grounds.
2. Oil pressure pegged - have new sending unit to put in.
3. Somewhat noisey from run craps - ordered a parttion and will get Michelins.
4. Battery draw problems - suspect drivers seat and am going to pull fuse tomorrow,
5. Rocking seats - I'm 6'2" so just put both seats all the way back.
All in all, really like the car.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 5,118
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From: Madison (Huntsville) Alabama
CI 6-7-8 Veteran
St. Jude Donor '09
Mine won't start sometimes ... it just does nothing. Might be the VATS, might be the ignition switch. I don't think it's the neutral switch since it won't turn over in Neutral either. Dealer pretty much blew me off, saying they couldn't duplicate the condition and to come by next time it fails. I've got a date with the local Corvette specialty shop.
Resident moron
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 4,746
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From: Assachusetts
Originally Posted by MARK's_C5TT
Well these are the ones that I constantly see in forums I belong to.
Recurring Diff leaks (I personally have had 4)
Fuel Sending Unit
OIL Consumption (Ring isssue)
Column Lock
Battery Leaks
There are others (and I have had a few of them) but I see the above 5 all the time
Recurring Diff leaks (I personally have had 4)
Fuel Sending Unit
OIL Consumption (Ring isssue)
Column Lock
Battery Leaks
There are others (and I have had a few of them) but I see the above 5 all the time
Dope
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Team Owner
Joined: May 2001
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From: Virginia
St. Jude Donor '11
Originally Posted by NDMIKE88
My C5 has been problem free so far. 
...Knock on wood...me too...except for the washer recall which I haven't had done yet...I hope I don't have the famous rear end leake 
...maybe I got one that was put together at the factory good..we shall see...only 2685 miles so far... 
Racer
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 476
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From: Orange County Ca
1) My oil sensor failed.
2) After driving around for about an hour my legs and feet begin a slow broil.
3) Intermittent check engine/service ABS.
4)Right Bose speaker rattles with heavy bass, I think its blown.
5)One race challenge per day.
Save Da Wave
2) After driving around for about an hour my legs and feet begin a slow broil.
3) Intermittent check engine/service ABS.
4)Right Bose speaker rattles with heavy bass, I think its blown.
5)One race challenge per day.
Save Da Wave
