Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2001 Chevrolet Corvette owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
When I bought the car I noticed the antenna stopped working but I hear the motor running after I turn the car on and off . Also my park lights come on and off and keeps going out with good fuses, also my horn won't blow and it has good fuses also my seat will only move forward and backward but not up to give me height this is both in motion and parked
The ABS, traction control, and active handling indicators started coming on when starting vehicle. Vehicle is 2001 Chevrolet Corvette with 32,000 miles. I took the vehicle in for repair and was told it would cost $3,189 to replace a valve and a module (bpmv and ebcm). I though this was unusual for two parts to go out on a vehicle with such low miles. The technician told me that there had been other vehicles with the same problem. I feel that I should not have to pay the full price for the failure of a defective safety device on my vehicle, especially when it fails at 32,000 miles. Although I have only had to rely on ABS once since I purchased the vehicle new in 2001, I feel that it saved me from getting into an accident. Now, the feature doesn't work and GM has made it nearly cost prohibitive to get it fixed! …
2001 Corvette convertible, the ABS/traction control system has failed twice, once at 40,000 miles then after having it replaced it failed again at approximately 75,000 miles. It is the ABS module and control valve, the code is c1214, which states set current-solenoid relay coil open. It's failure causes complete and total loss of the ABS safety features as well as the safety features of the traction control lost. These failures can lead to loss of traction while turning or on slippery surface as well loss of control of vehicle during emergency braking or attempting to stop quickly or on wet or icy surfaces. This could lead to accidents resulting in serious injury or even death. The first defective ABS module and valve were replaced and I no longer have them, however the current defective ABS module and valve are still in the car and available.
This vehicle often would not start. Then the next morning it would start fine. Occasionally it would shut off while driving - turning off all power. It happened once at 70 MPH: the car lost all power, and only by the grace of god was I able to restart it and regain control. Eventually it would not start at all, and I finally had to have it towed to the dealership. It took two weeks for them to determine it was the ignition switch shutting off all power to the engine, and charged me $520 to replace it. They told me to remove the car key from my keyring and keep it separate because it was causing a problem with the switch. I would like to recover the money that this cost me since we can now see it is related to the pervasive ignition switch recall. I have asked them and they have refused.
Active handling system malfunctions at highway speeds. When traveling on dry smooth highways, in a straight line, the active handling system will activate and randomly actuate individual brake calipers. When this occurs, the "driver information system" will flash "active handling". In every case, this causes momentary, unintended changes in direction and speed of the automobile. The event does not register any codes in the OBD ii. The problem can only be defeated by turning off the active handling system. The problem can be induced by making minute adjustments to the steering wheel while traveling in a straight line. This problem has been look at by the dealer several times, and they have been unable to diagnose or repair the problem. This is similar to complaint 757075.
Tl contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. Two months ago, the ABS traction control system light illuminated on the instrument panel. The owner's manual stated that the light would illuminate intermittently, however, it should dim when the vehicle was shut off and restarted. Approximately one week ago, the contact noticed that the light remained illuminated. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that there was internal failure with the ABS and brake modules. They also stated that the ABS was not working. The manufacturer stated that they would not repair the vehicle for free because it was not under warranty. The current mileage was 24,277 and failure mileage was 24,200.
2001 Chevrolet Corvette with multiple electrical problems which have which have LED to multiple trips to the dealer for repairs. Most recently, the steering wheel locks while the car is on. This occured three times. It was repaired twice by the dealer and currently the car is at the dealer again. The service manager said that there is nothing wrong with the car. I'm afraid to drive this car. If the steering wheel locks when I'm on the freeway someone could get injured. The steering wheel locking problem has been recalled on the vehicle. GM customer care will not address the problem. What should I do? They cannot fix the car nor will they replace it.
2001 Chevrolet Corvette coupe with 50,000 miles service ABS, active handling and traction control warning appeared intermittently, about 6 times in the last 3 months. Longest it stayed that way was for a week. ABS, traction control and active handling were disabled which I believe was a serious safety issue. It could happen just before or during an emergency situation. Many other owners of this model had the same problem - see Corvette forums.
Tl contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the ABS light illuminates intermittently. He took the car into the dealerships they could diagnose a problem on the vehicle. He has been experiencing this failure since the purchase of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 5,000. The current mileage was 52,000.(sc)
Electronic brake control module (ebcm) failure. Must replace module. There seems to be many people with my same problem. Go to www.corvetteforum.com and search "ebcm failure" and you will see the list of people with my same issue.
Brake complaints in other Corvette years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette, 11% of the model year's 205 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2001 Chevrolet Corvette, though it has 1 recall 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 45,000 miles, and 23% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to brakes 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.