I have a 1992 lt-! Corvette. It has a opti spark distributer that is prone to fail from moisturer and heat. Mine has failes and need to be replaced. The cost is around 700.00 for the parts to do this right. Has there been a recall on the defective distributer. This infomation is well documented and is a well know defective part. Can you help? Thank you! Bob.
The worst 1992 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- The power steering gear inlet hose on these vehicles can fracture, causing power steering fluid to spray from hose into the engine compartment.
- Risk
- The power steering fluid is flammable and could causean underhood fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Replace the power steering gear inlet hose with an improved design.
Recall number 92V160000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Brake pull
The petitions stated that:we represent the owner of a 1990 chevrolet corvette which, when the brakes were applied, suddently, violently, and unexpectedly pulls to the left.this is a intermittent defect which does not occur with an regularity.
DP96006
Inconsis.brk lgt operation
There is no summary currently available
PE92025
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case
- No serial data communications using the tech 1 with a 1986 or newer camaro, firebird or corvette with a...
- Information regarding corvette zf six speed manual transmission
- Some vehicles experience engine miss/ poor driveability symptoms
- Rear lift window hard to open/hinge loose to glass
1992 Chevrolet Corvette fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 17-18 |
What 1992 Chevrolet Corvette owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Collision occurred on 12/15/01 in greenville, sc. I was approaching an intersection and had almost come to a stop when the engine "roared" the car suddenly accelerated and struck a van in front of me, causing damage to the van's bumper and my hood on the left side. I was not issued a ticket. Both gm anf carmax have been contacted and neither will send a technical representative to inspect the vehicle so I have not driven it since the accident.of me.
These are known to fail frequently and can fail while going down the road causing vehicle to stall in traffic just about everyone that owns one of these cars has it happen before 50000 miles.
Vehicle not included in recall for corroded distributor due to VIN. Nlm
Brake pads failed.
Wheel on car keeps cracking from inside- causing tire to go flat. Tt
Power seats. Wiring in the seat caught on fire. Tt
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Questions about the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
Is the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette, fewer than a typical Corvette model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette?
Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette have?
1 recall, covering steering.
What year does the Chevrolet Corvette have the most electrical problems?
The Chevrolet Corvette model years with the most electrical complaints are 2005 (101 complaints), 2006 (44 complaints) and 2008 (39 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Chevrolet Corvette range from 17 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.7L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.
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