2000 Chevrolet Corvette engine problems

Filed Feb 28, 2021 · Engine, Steering · 114,000 miles · NM

Steering column is locked, the wheel will not turn and the motor dies if the vehicle moves. Previous recall for other corvettes same model year and from the same plant but recalls stop prior to the VIN number of this vehicle. Occurred after restarting the parked vehicle. Vehicle was parked in a lot at a shopping center.

Filed Jul 7, 2015 · Engine · 46,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet corvette. The contact started the engine and the message "pull key and wait ten seconds" appeared on the instrument panel. The contact followed the instructions and restarted the vehicle. The instrument panel displayed the message "service column lock". The contact shifted into reverse and applied the accelerator pedal as the engine stalled. The contact was able to restart the engine, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 46,000.

Filed Apr 7, 2015 · Engine · 34,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that while driving through a busy intersection at approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the engine but later experienced the same failure while driving at a slow speed and making a left turn. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,000.

Filed Aug 5, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 25,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer stated that the bpmv needed to be replaced along with other unknown failures. The manufacturer stated that the part needed for the repair was discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 25,000. Updated 09/17/14*lj updated 02/3/2015

Filed May 22, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 38,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated on the instrumental panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnosis. The mechanic stated the electronic control module needed to be replaced however, the part was discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Feb 16, 2007 · Engine, Fuel system · HI

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. The contact called the manufacturer and they informed the contact that it shouldn't have taken this long. The current mileage was 40000.

Filed Nov 27, 2004 · Engine, Steering · 21,911 miles · AL

Steering column locked while car was in motion at approx 15 MPH. The problem turned out to be a known issue and was repaired by gm under recall by colonial chevrolet-buick, inc. Of talladega alabama. Days later the same thing happened again, column locking while in motion, even though gm said the recall would prevent this dangerous malfunction from happening again. Furthermore in the process of performing the recall service, colonial chevrolet-buick, inc. Damaged and replaced the car's radiator. Upon further inspection I found that the radiator was not reinstalled properly and its housing is broken. I am unaware of what possible dangers may be present due to the improperly positioned radiator, and have discontinued use of the vehicle pending further investigation in this matter and the column locking again. Following service, the car was driven to a tire shop at colonial's recommendation and then straight home. The car has not left the house since as the second instance of the column locking at speed occured on my home's driveway.

Filed Sep 8, 2003 · Engine, Steering · NC

The consumer noticed after the vehicle was started that the steering wheel would not turn left or right. After the engine ran for a few seconds it would stall.

Filed Apr 23, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · 14,576 miles · CA

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

Filed Mar 31, 2003 · Body, Electrical · FL · 1 injury

The convertible top squealed,the driver side door exterior door handle had come loose, the right front turn signal had gone out, the vehicle excessively used oil, the vehicle had a recall on the steering ignition lock, ultimately the steering locked and the engine shut down while being backed out of the driveway, the gas guage malfunctioned, the traction control light had come on, the vehicle stalled, and the battery leaked acid. The consumer requested to be compensated for the inconvenience. Scc ref. In ea02-031