Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
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 have a message on my dashboard stating "service steering column lock". This message triggers a fuel shutoff at 2 MPH. Luckily this happened to me as I was pulling out of my driveway. I dread to imagine the consequences of this happening if I had been driving at speed on a highway or busy street.
1) steering column lock issue 2) fuel cut off ** was driving with my 12 year old daughter . Stopped for gas 65 miles from home and at 11 pm. After getting gas I went to start car would not turn over / start. After several tries it finally started but information center above steering column said "service steering column lock" and would not allow me to drive more than 2 MPH before shutting off fuel and killing the motor from running. Had Corvette towed to my office. Finally got home at 2:30 am. Called Chevy dealer, was told that it had a recall that pertained to the problem , recall done in 2007 and that even though it was the same problem the Chevy dealer would not fix it again even though I told them the recall had not been completed because the steering lock plate was still installed and the recall specifically stated the dealer was to remove the steering lock plate. …
Fuel gauge inaccuracy. When fuel gauge gets to about 1/4 tank, it will drop to empty setting off low fuel alarms. Gauge was repaired 9/24/02. Again on 11/29/02 it happened again. The same components (sending units) were replaced for the second time. I am a member of corvetteforum.com and see this problem has been on going since 1997 when the c-5 Corvette was introduced. It is still happening on the 2003 models with one owner having it occur at 800 miles on a 2003 model. Can't get Chevrolet to repair the problem so it won't come back. Chevrolet doesn't seem to have a fix for the problem after 7 years of building the c-5! I need some help in getting this issue resolved before my warranty expires in April 2003. Ts
While filling my 2000 c5 Corvette with gas, there was a significant fuel leak. Loss of fuel was from the driver side and was noticed gushing out from below the car forming a small pool of gas on the ground. Leaking stopped after about one minute. Fortunately, there was no fire involved. Still trying to figure out how to handle.
When driving for about an hour the alarm went off, and fuel gauge dropped to zero, as if the vehicle did not have gas in it. It happened intermittently. However, consumer consulted with Chrysler. They stated that it was not a safety defect, and that nothing would be done about it. However, the problem continued.
The vehicle stalled on the freeway. There was negative battery terminal and the cable shorted. The engine over heated while driving due to the cooling hose had blown. On another occasion the engine lost power while driving due to fuel injectors, blown exhaust valves, and the push rod was bent. Mr scc
The consumer noticed that the gas gauge indicated that it needed fuel. However, the vehicle had fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the sending unit needed to be replaced.
After fueling a car on gas station I can see a large puddle of gasoline under the car, also gasoline is dripping for a short time from the bottom of the car on the driver side. Later display show code 0442 (small leaking in EVAP system).
I have a fuel leak coming from right behind the fuel filter towards the top of the passenger fuel tank. This is creating a fuel vapor smell and a safety hazard .
Tl*-the contact stated that he had a problem with smelling fumes from the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. When approaching the vehicle he could smell the fumes coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that he was informed by the service mechanic at jn Chevrolet, that the right exhaust pipe was too close to fuel tank which caused the tank to heat up and expand, and that caused the smell of gasoline. The contact has had 3 repairs done to the vehicle because of these fumes. They replaced the fuel cap, and the o2 sensor. The contact found out that he needed the fuel tank replaced on 10/20/06. The contact stated that the dealership ordered the tank at that time, and as of 2/16/07 had not received the fuel tank. The contact had called the dealership on a number of occasions ,and they continue to tell him the tank hadn't arrived. …
Fuel System complaints in other Corvette years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2000 Chevrolet Corvette, 8% of the model year's 278 complaints. The component named most often is storage › fuel gauge system (6 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion 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 fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 30,000 miles, and 40% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion 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.