Most common 2000 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Share of the 278 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
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2000 Chevrolet Corvette recalls (2)
Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with electronic column lock systems (ecl), when the ignition switch is turned to "lock," the ecl system prevents turning of the steering system. When the vehicle is started, the ecl unlocks the steering system.
Remedy: On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, the dealer will disable the steering column lock by removing the column lock plate.
Seat belts › Front
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lap belt webbing can twist allowing the webbing to become jammed in the retractor.
Remedy: Dealers will install inserts to the belt web guide of each lap belt retractor.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette:
Steering column lockup
See resume in repository.
Steering column lockup
In 2001, general motors (GM) issued customer service campaigns 1044 and 1044a to address a condition where the steering column would fail to unlock during the initial key-in and start-up in certain my 1998-2000 corvette vehicles.however, odi continued to receive complaints concerning steering column lockup on corvette vehicles.as a result, pe02-054 was opened and later upgraded to ea02-031 for my 1997-2001 subject…
Front lap belt malfunction
Odi opened this ea00-009 on March 16, 2000, to continue analyses begun under preliminary evaluation pe99-076.the alleged defect: lap belt webbing in both seating positions tends to fold over while entering the retractor opening.these folds frequently impede proper webbing retraction.if the retractor has been inadvertently toggled into automatic lock retractor (alr) mode by being extended to its full length, it May…
What 2000 Chevrolet Corvette owners say
Steering all 169 →
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would seize as the vehicle would stall and an error message would illuminate on the instrument panel to remove the key. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where they informed him that they could not service his vehicle. The contact then took the vehicle to Cumming Chevrolet (Mile of Cars, 2301 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950) where they informed him of NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V060000 (Steering) however, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The contact then ordered the part to have the vehicle repaired; however, the dealer refused to service the vehicle since the part was an aftermarket part. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. …
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while reversing, the steering wheel became firm. The contact turned off the vehicle and moved the steering wheel side to side at the same time while restarting the vehicle, and the vehicle started operating normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V060000 (Steering) and referred the contact the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted a case was filed, and the manufacturer also stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the recall and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 58,000.
Brakes all 32 →
Vehicle with failure - my 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2d hardtop 6mt mileage - 35,972 (after accident) (1) panic stop in center lane of congested traffic. Driver applies brakes with maximum effort and clutch is disengaged. Impact with the rear of the vehicle ahead was avoidable given the initial velocity and distance for separation. (2) driver feels a noticeable "pop" through the brake pedal and with maximum effort applied, the pedal drops quickly to the vehicle floor. The brake system up to this point had decreased vehicle speed to at most 10 MPH. Driver maintains pedal effort but the remaining momentum causes an impact with the vehicle ahead due to the nearly 100% loss of brake performance. Post-impact driving and inspection leads to the discovery ofa ruptured flexible braided hose, 1 of 2 hoses routed along the driver-side frame rail, adjacent to the front driver-side of the engine. …
I was leaving my house to go to work and when I got to the busy street, there was complete and total brake failure. I ended up running over a curb and hitting some trees to stop my car. I had aaa tow my car to a mechanic's shop and he tried working on it for about a week to ten days and could not figure out why I had no brakes at all. He said the ABS system seems to be malfunctioning, but it shouldn't leave me without any brakes. He said he thought it was a safety issue and that GM would need to be notified about this and he urged me to send my car to a GM dealership to take care of the issue. I had aaa tow my car to bob stall Chevrolet in la mesa, ca and they verified that the ABS system was fried and that I would need to replace the unit. When I asked if GM would help with the cost of the replacement since it was a safety issue, they said I would have to call GM customer service. …
Electrical system all 24 →
I experienced loss of control by skidding and almost leaving the road toward a dropoff while applying the brake since the ABS, active handling, traction control systems have been malfunctioning at 35mph on a mountain road applying the brake as I was going around a sharp curve I believe the cause of this malfunction of the ABS/ah system is a faulty ebcm which is known by countless members of the Corvette owners community as a safety issue that should have been recalled a long time ago. If I would have known about this issue without an active recall I would not have bought the car. Several times this has happened in varied situations and I cannot rely on these safety features to save my life if something occurs that would send me out of control into another vehicle or over a steep cliff like in the close call I mentioned earlier in this text. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 04V060000 (steering); however, the OEM replacement part failed. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer (rick hendrick city Chevrolet, 5101 e independence blvd, charlotte, nc 28212, [phone]) within months due to the ignition locking and the security alarm randomly activating, which caused the vehicle to completely shut down. The vehicle was towed to a second dealer (fred caldwell Chevrolet, 974 bethel st, clover, sc 29710, [phone] and [phone]). The manufacturer was contacted several times over the years and was aware that various fifth edition vehicles were affected. The manufacturer had not developed a newly designed OEM part and expected the contact to have the part replaced a third time. The vehicle was not repaired. …
2000 Chevrolet Corvette engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 16 / 25 / 19 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette a good car?
Based on 278 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Corvette rates use caution: 1.7× as many complaints as a typical year of the Corvette at the same age. It is one of the Corvette years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette?
The steering — 169 complaints, 61% of all complaints for this model year, most often about column locking › anti-theft device. Next are the brakes (32) and electrical system (24).
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette, the most recent from February 9, 2004 (anti-theft device). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Corvette?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2021, 2012 and 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2017, 2019, 1998, 2005 and 2008. See the full Chevrolet Corvette years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Chevrolet Corvette problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 39,000 miles; 62% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.