2011-2012 Chevrolet Corvette recall: hinge and attachments

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on October 3, 2011. It covers about 5,755 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 5,755
reported: Oct 3, 2011
owners notified: Oct 14, 2011
related complaints: 1

Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: hinge and attachments

What is wrong: General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from january 24, 2011, through september 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components". The rear hatch hinges may not meet the load requirements specified in the safety standard.
Risk: The rear hatch could separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.

Recall number 11V491000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Corvette 2011-2012 2011 2012

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about body problems.

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Questions about recall 11V491000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Chevrolet Corvette hinge and attachments?

Yes. Recall 11V491000, reported on October 3, 2011, covers about 5,755 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V491000?

Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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