2003 Chevrolet Corvette: engine failure

5 of the 85 complaints about the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette describe engine failure.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 6%
typical mileage: 21,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 73 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine failure by model year

2022
1
2019
2
2017
1
2014
2
2013
4
2009
13
2008
8
2007
5
2006
9
2005
12
2004
6
2003
5
2002
7
2001
10
2000
15
1999
6
1998
8
1997
2
1991
1

What owners say

Filed Jun 8, 2018 · Electrical · 21,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet corvette. While driving various speeds, the column lock warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle seized. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) at great lakes chevrolet (310 s chestnut st, jefferson, oh), but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not taken back to the dealer for further diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was previously serviced per the recall and additional repairs would be the contact's responsibility. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000.

Filed Nov 29, 2017 · Steering · 28,240 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering wheel lock bypass needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The contact was also informed that an unknown recall repair was performed on the vehicle prior to the current owner. The failure mileage was 28,240. The VIN was not available.

Filed Apr 17, 2017 · Steering · 6,100 miles · NM

The steering locking mechanism seized and locked the tires in place while parking it in our druveway making the vehicle impossible to drive. Had to have it towed to dealership and was told our specific car VIN was not on the recall for the locking for steering and they would not correct the problem without a charge to us.

Filed Jun 4, 2015 · Steering · 31,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet corvette. When the contact attempted to start the vehicle, the steering column seized, failed to unlock, and the steering warning light illuminated. The contact was made aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v060000 (steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 31,000.

Filed Aug 26, 2004 · Engine · 1,902 miles · NY

Vehicles oil pan gasket, apparently defective on 2003 corvette with only 2,000 miles. Loss of oil possibly leadiing up to seized motor while driving endangering other motorists. Presently being repaired under warranty.