2001 Chevrolet Corvette engine problems

Filed Jun 2, 2017 · Engine, Steering · 134,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet corvette. While the vehicle was in reverse, the steering wheel seized and the engine stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called a dealer (john l sullivan chevrolet 350 automall dr, roseville, ca 95661 (916) 782-1243), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer stated that no recall was associated with the VIN and did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 134,000.

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 113,000 miles · TN

Car stopped running on interstate at 70 MPH , lost all power. Happen 3 times on a 700 mile trip home from business trip.

Filed Apr 5, 2005 · Body, Electrical · CA

After starting the vehicle and driving off the engines stalled. After the vehicle was repaired, the vehicle was driven for about 600 miles and it locked up again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealership. *ak when the vehicle was parked, a warning chime would sound. When starting the vehicle, it would only move several feet then the fuel will shut off, causing the vehicle to stall in traffic. The vehicle hadn't been able to be repaired. Other problems: the lock clyinder was not reading when the key was removed, then when the key was inserted, the vehicle read theft attempt and lock out, a column lock message appeared on the dash and there was a rattle in the drivers doors due to door speration.

Filed Jul 9, 2004 · Engine · 3,900 miles · CA

At 3,900 miles my new car was down 1quart of oil. Upon questioning I found this was common problem with 2001 corvettes. At 15000 miles gm replace pistons but said that it is acceptable by gm stardards for the corvette to burn a quart of oil every 900 miles. However they won't give me information in writing only to my lawger which I don't feel needed yet. I also had a friend who has same year corvette as mine and he two is burning oil. It is a know problem even in gm web sites for it mechanics. Please help I'm tired of checking oil and reporting consumption to dealership I didn't purchase a 50,000 car for this.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 28,000 miles · MI

This 2001 corvette was taken to the dealer on sep t12th, 2003 for engine failure. Pistons, rods, bearings & related parts were replaced. Vehicle was returned to me 4 weeks later. As of 10/22/03 vehicle has been returned to the dealer twice for related engine problems & is in their shop at this time with no estimated completion time. I have not been offered any substitute transportation. Gm customer assistance will do nothing and has refused to extend the warranty or provide compensation for lost use of this $52,000 vehicle.

Filed Jun 17, 2003 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

Nar 06/19/2003. *mr the consumers vehicle was in need of numerous repairs. Voluntary emission recall- reprogram the powertrain control module. Excessive engine oil consumption. Engine knocking noise. Fuel gauge dropped to empty, driver seat is coming apart, steering column lock. Air conditioner has a bad odor. Inability to lock car doors. Radio produces loud static, and speakers rattle. Headlights have a bad battery and the rear view mirror doesn't dim. *cb

Filed May 14, 2003 · Engine · 7,500 miles · AL

Oil consumption is above normal for a new engine. I have experienced the consumption of more that one quart per 1000 miles. Dealer initially stated that this was normal for a new engine and would improve after a good break-in period. Problem remains. Research has shown that there is an acknowledged problem with excessive oil consumption. Catalytic converter and exhaust pipes show significant black oily residue. Concerned about potential fire from catalytic converter. Also concerned about environmental effects. Chevrolet needs to take positive action to resolve issue.

Filed Apr 9, 2003 · Engine · 50,000 miles · CT

The vehicles intake manifold gasket blew out. The dealer was notified.

Filed Apr 8, 2003 · Engine · WI

The engine burns excessive amount of engine oil.

Filed Jun 20, 2002 · Body, Engine · CA

Vehicle consumes too much oil due to a defective a motor. Contacted dealer. *ak the vehicle had been to the dealer five times for cold piston knock problems. The dealer replaced rings twice, but was unable to correct the problem. The low oil light came on due to excessive oil consumption. The consumer had been to the dealership ten times for problems related to excessive oil use. The driver side seat belt retractor had failed, but the dealer replaced the left side shoulder assembly. The passenger door opening weather strip had glue coming out. Arbitrator denied the consumers request for the manufacturer repurchase of the vehicle.