I never received any notice from gm, but I brought it to the dealer's attention while I was in for a recall repair in 2008. I told the tech that my traction control, active stability control, wasn't working properly. When I received the car back the tech said the traction control is fixed and working fine. I didn't see how he could have said that when the car never left the shop. I realize now that he was aware of something that I wasn't. The traction wasn't fixed, but I felt that I can't bring it back due to incompetence. I went to forums and found plenty of complaints from others. Then I noticed that 2005-2006 corvettes with the rpon37 steering column built in 2005 were recalled for this. The federal safety agency campaign number was 10v172000 and gm's campaign # was n100118. I called gm they said I am mistaken my car is not affected which is [xxx]. I then found from the internet that part #19179794, clip, was used to fix the issue. I then ordered one of these and followed the instructions to repair it and found this clip was installed, but improperly hence the reason it wasn't fixed by the tech, but he was under the impression it was solved. I then replaced the clip properly and now it's ok. Gm was very difficult and dismissive during the entire ordeal. Looking on your web site it specifically states that my VIN # does in fact fall into the specs of your recall. I am going to enclose a photo of the bent, improperly, installed clip and a proper picture of the clip. Also the harness that needs the clip to show that the bent prong is needed to repair the harness. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 driver assistance problems
15 complaints (31% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 12,400. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 31%
- typical mileage
- 12,400
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 driver assistance problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Electronic Stability Control
On April 26, 2010, at the federal safety agency's request following this investigation, General Motors submitted a Defect Information Report to the federal safety agency to correct a defect associated with the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system in approximately 40,000 Model Year (MY) 2005 and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles (the federal safety agency Recall No. 10V‑172).According to the report, these vehicles may have a problem with the Steering Wheel Position Sensor (SWPS) connector created by a fretting condition in the connector (small movement of the pins back and forth creating a residue build up) which could change the electrical resistance and corrupt the information signal to the VSC computer.The VSC system uses the information from the SWPS to calculate the driver's intended vehicle direction; this information is cross referenced to sensors that tell the system which direction the vehicle is actually going and the system will, if it determines a variance indicating the vehicle is in a over-steer or under-steer condition, reduce throttle control and apply braking to make a correction in vehicle direction towards what the system believes is the driver's intended path.GM dealers will inspect the SWPS connector of recalled vehicles and, if necessary, install a terminal position assurance clip to the connector.GM has advised the federal safety agency that its position is that the inappropriate activations of the VSC system do not present an unreasonable risk to safety because GM believes that the activations are low in occurrence, a rare set of conditions would need to be present, the driver has the ability to maintain direction control if the alleged condition were to occur, and that there are no reports of injuries.the federal safety agency does not agree.Based on interviews with complainants and testing performed at the federal safety agency Vehicle Research and Testing Center in East Liberty, Ohio, ODI believes that the majority of the unwarranted activations of the VSC system occur when turning, in such scenarios as travelling highway entrance or exit ramps or in street traffic conditions.Complainants report the effect produced by the malfunction of the VSC system is sudden unexpected braking and in some cases a sudden unexpected change in vehicle direction which some complainants indicate was sufficient to cause a movement into an adjoining lane of traffic or in some cases into curbing or stationary objects.During the VSC event the brake lights of the Corvette are not illuminated, depriving trailing traffic from indication that braking is occurring and some complainants indicate the braking effect can be severe and last up to 10 seconds in length.Based on available information ODI counts four crashes due to a malfunction of the VSC system; GM is counting one crash due to the problem.In these circumstances the federal safety agency believes the defect presents an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety, and so advised GM when requesting this recall.This investigation is closed based on GM's recall.
EA09002
Electronic stability control malfunction
On september 17, 2008, odi opened preliminary evaluation pe08-056 to investigate allegations of inappropriate activation of the electronic stability control (ESC) system in model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chevrolet corvette vehicles.some reports received by odi and some reports to general motors (gm) contained in gm's response to pe08-056 allege that the ESC system malfunctioned causing a sudden and inappropriate braking action without illumination of the brake lights and causing the vehicle to swerve left or right unexpectedly. Gm issued a technical service bulletin in january 2006, later revised in october 2007 (bulletin no. 06-02-35-002b) concerning ESC problems in my 2005 and 2006 chevrolet corvette vehicles with the telescoping steering wheel option.the bulletin was intended to correct a fretting corrosion problem with the steering wheel position sensor connector c202. An engineering analysis has been opened (ea09-002) to continue to asses the scope, frequency, and safety-related consequences of the alleged defect.
PE08056
What 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Rarely, during low speeds (under 15 MPH), while driving straight, the left rear wheel will lock up, inducing a harsh left turn, unstable maneuvering, and causing the motor to attempt to stall. Steering is extremely unstable and violent and operator has to fight against the car wanting to turn left by applying extreme right to the steering wheel. The only remedy is to engage and disengage the clutch several times until the left rear wheel unlocks. Symptoms have not occurred during normal traffic speeds (above 15 MPH). Auto handling/traction control and ABS lights are activated during this event. Vehicle is in factory condition. Only exception is alternate brand of tire (nitto invos) - but maintaining factory specifications (front: 275/35zr18; rear: 325/30zr19). Have not reported to manufacturer yet (it is too random and rare to reproduce on a predictable occurrence). Environmental conditions: normal (sunny, dry paved surface).
This car was converted to a race car. The accident occurred at road atlanta before turn 10a. The active handling apparently caused the right brakes to engage causing a clockwise snap spin that resulted in hitting the inside concrete retaining wall. A youtube video is available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--x0tr5g_u8&feature=youtu.be ( the accident obviously occurs at the end of the video.)
While driving in a straight line at approximately 65 MPH, the traction control system strongly applied the left front brake. The application of brake was sudden and very strong, nearly causing a loss of control.
While drive straight and at highway speed, the active handling system engaged causing the car to violently veer right. I fought for control for about 4 seconds until the system finally disengaged. Had a message of service active handling. This is the second occurrence and both times could have resulted in a crash. There has been many complaints on this issue and gm does not want to take responsibility. I believe it is time for our government to step in and save our lives. This car is unsafe to drive and I would like to see action taken before we have innocent people killed. Please help us!
I have a 2006 corvette z06 with 10,000 miles and have experienced a number of stability control problems with the car. In 2009 I picked up the car from my local dealer with only 6,000 miles after completing the last service under warranty. I entered a two lane highway and proceeded into the left lane. I accelerated to pass a large truck and the car began to thrash back and forth out of control like I was on ice. I lifted immediately and attempted to regain control but the car would not respond and sent the front end of the car crashing into the concrete median. No one was hurt but the damage was extensive. I was convinced it was the run flat tires so I had all four replaced with nitto high performance radials. The stickier compound made a difference in traction however I quickly realized that the tires were not the problem. My son and I were cruising around town and I pulled over to switch drivers. My son exited the parking lot and hit the accelerator and the car began to thrash back and forth out of control. He too was unable to control the car with corrective steering and braking. Fortunately, there were no other cars around or a concrete median to smash into. We were very lucky that no one was hurt. We now drive with the traction control system off as we are convinced that the stability control system is severely flawed and the car is unsafe and dangerous at any speed. Now the display flashes an alert that the active handling system needs servicing. I have read a number of similar cases where the driver has lost control of their car and sustained considerable personal injury and damage to their car. Gm denies responsibility and has failed to issue a recall. This car is simply unsafe even for the professional driver. The federal safety agency should demand that gm recall this car immediately and take corrective action before others are injured, maimed or killed.
My 2006 z06 has had this same recurring "service active handling system" fault almost like clockwork every 9 to 15 months since I bought it new in sept 2005 (one of the first z06s built). My z06 is at a chevy dealership again, this time getting the steering wheel sensor replaced again. No its not the dealer... I've had several "service active handling system" repairs done by at least two different chevy dealers and it still comes back like a bad case of herpes. My z06 is a 2lz which has the telescoping steering wheel to make it easier for my lanky 190 lb 6'3" body to get in and out easier when I have to park in my tight garage or next to a parked car. This cycles the steering wheel forward every time I exit the car and back towards me again before I start the engine... Which from my reading seems to be causing this ongoing problem. What's wrong is this dangerous safety problem doesn't seem to ever get fixed for more than a year. What can I do to get gm to fix it or warranty this safety related item permanently so I don't get stuck having to deal with this dangerous safety condition forever? Yes gm completed a technical service bulletin on my z06 to install a cheap plastic retainer that was supposed to fix this problem... To no avail. The federal safety agency has incorrectly closed your the federal safety agency action number: ea09002 of this issue based on gm's recall... But gm did not include my 2006 corvette z06 in their recall even though it uses the exact same telescopin steering wheel and active handling system as the "base" corvette which is included in gm's recall. The federal safety agency needs to force gm to include the z06 in their recall... Or all of us z06 owners who bought gm's most expensive car in 2006 are screwed because of the federal safety agency's omission of the z06 from this safety recall!
My 2006 z06 has had this same recurring "service active handling system" fault almost like clockwork every 9 to 15 months since I bought it new in sept 2005 (one of the first z06s built). My z06 is at a chevy dealership again, this time getting the steering wheel sensor replaced again. No its not the dealer... I've had several "service active handling system" repairs done by at least two different chevy dealers and it still comes back like a bad case of herpes. My z06 is a 2lz which has the telescoping steering wheel to make it easier for my lanky 190 lb 6'3" body to get in and out easier when I have to park in my tight garage or next to a parked car. This cycles the steering wheel forward every time I exit the car and back towards me again before I start the engine... Which from my reading seems to be causing this ongoing problem. What's wrong is this dangerous safety problem doesn't seem to ever get fixed for more than a year. What can I do to get gm to fix it or warranty this safety related item permanently so I don't get stuck having to deal with this dangerous safety condition forever? Yes gm completed a technical service bulletin on my z06 to install a cheap plastic retainer that was supposed to fix this problem... To no avail. The federal safety agency has incorrectly closed your the federal safety agency action number: ea09002 of this issue based on gm's recall... But gm did not include my 2006 corvette z06 in their recall even though it uses the exact same telescopin steering wheel and active handling system as the "base" corvette which is included in gm's recall. The federal safety agency needs to force gm to include the z06 in their recall... Or all of us z06 owners who bought gm's most expensive car in 2006 are screwed because of the federal safety agency's omission of the z06 from this safety recall!
My 2006 z06 has had this same recurring "service active handling system" fault almost like clockwork every 9 to 15 months since I bought it new in sept 2005 (one of the first z06s built). My z06 is at a chevy dealership again, this time getting the steering wheel sensor replaced again. No its not the dealer... I've had several "service active handling system" repairs done by at least two different chevy dealers and it still comes back like a bad case of herpes. My z06 is a 2lz which has the telescoping steering wheel to make it easier for my lanky 190 lb 6'3" body to get in and out easier when I have to park in my tight garage or next to a parked car. This cycles the steering wheel forward every time I exit the car and back towards me again before I start the engine... Which from my reading seems to be causing this ongoing problem. What's wrong is this dangerous safety problem doesn't seem to ever get fixed for more than a year. What can I do to get gm to fix it or warranty this safety related item permanently so I don't get stuck having to deal with this dangerous safety condition forever? Yes gm completed a technical service bulletin on my z06 to install a cheap plastic retainer that was supposed to fix this problem... To no avail. The federal safety agency has incorrectly closed your the federal safety agency action number: ea09002 of this issue based on gm's recall... But gm did not include my 2006 corvette z06 in their recall even though it uses the exact same telescopin steering wheel and active handling system as the "base" corvette which is included in gm's recall. The federal safety agency needs to force gm to include the z06 in their recall... Or all of us z06 owners who bought gm's most expensive car in 2006 are screwed because of the federal safety agency's omission of the z06 from this safety recall!
My 2006 z06 has had this same recurring "service active handling system" fault almost like clockwork every 9 to 15 months since I bought it new in sept 2005 (one of the first z06s built). My z06 is at a chevy dealership again, this time getting the steering wheel sensor replaced again. No its not the dealer... I've had several "service active handling system" repairs done by at least two different chevy dealers and it still comes back like a bad case of herpes. My z06 is a 2lz which has the telescoping steering wheel to make it easier for my lanky 190 lb 6'3" body to get in and out easier when I have to park in my tight garage or next to a parked car. This cycles the steering wheel forward every time I exit the car and back towards me again before I start the engine... Which from my reading seems to be causing this ongoing problem. What's wrong is this dangerous safety problem doesn't seem to ever get fixed for more than a year. What can I do to get gm to fix it or warranty this safety related item permanently so I don't get stuck having to deal with this dangerous safety condition forever? Yes gm completed a technical service bulletin on my z06 to install a cheap plastic retainer that was supposed to fix this problem... To no avail. The federal safety agency has incorrectly closed your the federal safety agency action number: ea09002 of this issue based on gm's recall... But gm did not include my 2006 corvette z06 in their recall even though it uses the exact same telescopin steering wheel and active handling system as the "base" corvette which is included in gm's recall. The federal safety agency needs to force gm to include the z06 in their recall... Or all of us z06 owners who bought gm's most expensive car in 2006 are screwed because of the federal safety agency's omission of the z06 from this safety recall!
Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 driver assistance
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 have driver assistance problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the driver assistance of the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 31% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 driver assistance problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 12,400 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 driver assistance?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
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