The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V491000 (Structure). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the contact was informed that the recall part was no longer available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the part had been discontinued. The contact was advised to purchase the part from a junkyard or to order an entire roof from the dealer at his expense. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2006 Chevrolet Corvette body problems
59 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 10,810. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 59
- of this car's complaints
- 16%
- typical mileage
- 10,810
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Body: roof and pillars40
- Body8
- Frame and members2
- Body: door1
At what mileage
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Chevrolet Corvette body problems in other years
Related recalls
Structure: body: roof and pillars
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 corvette vehicles equipped with a removable roof and model year 2006 and 2007 corvette z06 vehicles. The adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate. If there is a partial separation, the driver may notice one or more symptoms, such as a snapping noise when driving over bumps, wind noise, poor roof panel fit, roof panel movement/bounce when a door or hatch is closed, or a water leak in the headliner.
- Risk
- If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle. If this were to occur while the vehicle was being driven, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new design roof panel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during april 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 09V491000 · Recall details
Structure: body: roof and pillars
- What is wrong
- On certain 2005-2006 chevrolet corvettes equipped with painted roofs, the adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate.
- Risk
- If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle and it could strike another vehicle and cause injury and property damage.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect vehicles free of charge for potential roof panel-to- frame separation and add the specified adhesive foam or replace the roof with one having adhesive foam. The recall began on october 19, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.
Recall number 06V181000 · Recall details
What 2006 Chevrolet Corvette owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received recall notifications of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V491000 (Structure) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list because the vehicle was no longer equipped with the recalled part. The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V491000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V491000(Structure); however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. No further information was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT IS AN INADVERTENT DUPLICATE OF ODI# 11442986*DJR The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated the roof panel is delaminated. The contact stated that wind was entering the vehicle with window closed. The contact called the local dealer but vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified however, provided no further assistance The approximate failure mileage was 55,000. The contact stated the failure was similar to the federal safety agency Campaign number 09V491000 (Structure). The contact was concerned about the roof detaching,
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the roof panel was delaminated. The contact stated that the wind was entering the vehicle with the window closed. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no further assistance. The contact stated the failure was like the federal safety agency Campaign number 09V491000 (Structure). The contact was concerned about the roof detaching. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet corvette. While driving at an unknown speed, the driver side door spontaneously opened independently. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver side door lock actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the roof of the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the glass roof top was moving out of position. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v491000 (structure). The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet corvette. While driving at 45 MPH, the targa removable part for the roof detached from the vehicle. There were recalls for the component, but the contact's VIN was not included. The contact notified the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 95,000.
First the roof blew off.the communication message center gives mis information.the car has always made a grinding sound under hood at start up.problemsm activating eelectrical stability system.also after roof repair roof rattles and always sound loose.
Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette body
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette have body problems?
Owners have filed 59 complaints about the body of the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette, 16% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Chevrolet Corvette body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 10,810 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette body?
Yes, 2 recalls: 09V491000, 06V181000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Corvette have the most body problems?
The Chevrolet Corvette model years with the most body complaints are 2006 (59 complaints), 2005 (53 complaints) and 2007 (18 complaints).
Other 2006 Chevrolet Corvette problems
Lights 62Fuel system 50Electrical 44Steering 44Driver assistance 43Transmission 33Brakes 28Engine 28Airbags 14Seats 3Suspension 3Wheels 3Tires 2Visibility 2Seat belts 1
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