Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rear Half-Shaft Assemblies Missing Ball Bearings
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left or right rear half-shaft assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212351320.
Air Bag Light May Not Indicate Malfunction
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.
- Consequence
- The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212338110.
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Owner complaints (13)
13 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 7 | 53.8% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 30.8% |
| Air bags | 1 | 7.7% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 7.7% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 7.7% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 7.7% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 7.7% |
| Wheels | 1 | 7.7% |
How 2021 compares with other Corvette years
Best and worst Corvette years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 256 | 4 |
| 2018 | 51 | 1 |
| 2019 | 148 | 1 |
| 2020 | 34 | 4 |
| 2021 | 13 | 2 |
| 2022 | 21 | 1 |
| 2023 | 26 | 1 |
| 2024 | 21 | 2 |
| 2025 | 10 | 3 |
| 2026 | 2 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 467 g/mi
- EPA class
- Two Seaters
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 27 / 19 | $4,350 | 467 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2021 Corvette for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2021 Chevrolet Corvette FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 22V091000 (power train), 21V421000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Chevrolet Corvette problems?
Owners filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (7), Electrical system (4), Air bags (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette get?
EPA rates the 6.2 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 15 city, 27 highway and 19 combined mpg.
How does the 2021 Corvette compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Chevrolet Corvette model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (13) and the 2017 the most (256). The 2021 drew 13. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.