Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Chevrolet Corvette owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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. …
In early April I had a recall work completed on my 2000 Corvette done by buss cheverolet of shawano, a couple of months later the recall work failed, so parson's Chevy of antigo, we redid the recall work. Now on 08-27-07 the recall work failed again! This will be the third time in less than 6 months I will have to have recall work done on my car for the column lock failure. This problem is well known to owners of c5 body style corvettes and most of these owners go and purchase their own bypass so it gets fixed correctly. Everyone I have spoken to indicates that when the dealership completes the work according to general motors direction the recall work always fail! When will general motors get it right? I shouldn't have to take my car into the dealership 3 times to have recall work done, especially when its a NHTSA ordered recall!
After the car was started and I began to drive ,it would shut off the motor and lock the steering wheel. All the lights would work fine,but the steering wheel locked until I came to a stop and would turn off the motor and restart the engine. It was very scary because I could not pull over to the side of the road and restart the motor. I would have to stop in the middle of the road and start it. When I took the car into the dealer they said it was the key and key fob that was pulling the key out of the ignition and had to replace the entire key switch. This cost me $341.28 . I asked about any recalls or other people having the same problem and the reported to me that it is a common occurrence in the Corvette. Sounds like what was and is going on now and I think I should be paid back the money I spent by GM.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated unless the turn signals are being used, it is impossible for an operator to know when they are operable. The intermittent failure of the turn signals and hazards has been occurring for a few years. The frequency of the failures has increased and the failure duration has lengthened . Initially, the failure lasted for only a few seconds. The solution the contact discovered was to punch the hazard lights button a couple of times and this would somehow cause the turn signals to start operating. The problem was due to age and wear as well as bad parts. The headlights, window motors and driver's seat motor have all been replaced. The failure mileage was approximately 82,500. Updated 5/24/11 updated 06/13/11
Tl contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the doors would not lock from the door panel, only from the key remote. Secondly, the ten second key delay began to activate and the horn blew out. While the mechanic was repairing the horn, the vehicle went into column lock. The repairs have been made, but the contact is concerned that the steering column May lock while driving. A relay harness was removed from the vehicle and he does not believe it should have been removed. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 54,410 and failure mileage was 54,011.
The hazard switch is faulty. All of the wiring for the brake and turn signals goes through the hazard switch. Every Corvette forum details the faulty hazard switch. Because of the poor quality of the part, and the poor design of the electrical system, if the hazard switch malfunctions, there are no brake lights, and/or no turn signals or hazard lights. There is no indication that the switch is malfunctioning until another motorist notifies you verbally or by crashing into you, or perhaps if law enforcement pulls you over for it.
1. Fuel gauge drops to empty when I have around 1/2 a tank, low fuel light comes on. Have to put gas in to make light go out. I have to use odometer to keep track of how fuel I have used and how far can I go, because this will happen at any time. This happens all the time, every time. 2. Turn signals quit working at any time they please. I have to put the 4-ways on for about 5 seconds and then off to make the signals work again.
Eratic fuel readings, right rear tire sensor keeps going out this was replaced once already. Engine has knocking noise injectors were cleaned did not help. Wind noise from left window. Front right headlamp motor stopped working had to replace. Hud goes out on hot days. Car has on 2 occassions has stopped accelerating car has to be cut off and restarted to solve problem. This vehicle has had many problems mainly electrical.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the bpmv needed to be replaced along with other unknown failures. The manufacturer stated that the part needed for the repair was discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 25,000. Updated 09/17/14 updated 02/3/2015
Electrical complaints in other Corvette years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette?
NHTSA has 24 complaints about the electrical system of the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette, 9% of the model year's 278 complaints. The component named most often is ignition › module (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Chevrolet Corvette electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 40,000 miles, and 20% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.