Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 78/100 (GOOD)

2025 Chevrolet Corvette Reliability Report

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette rates good, with no complaints or recalls on file, but model-wide repair costs run above its class.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

0per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$737

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,650–$4,950

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity70/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs60/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity100/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Ranks first of eight scored years with no complaints or recalls on file, though as a recent year it has had less time to collect them.

Should You Buy the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette?

Reliability is good, and it sits above average among 2025 coupes. Within the Corvette's scored model years, this one ranks first of eight. The 2026 rates about the same, while the 2024 rates worse. A car this recent has had little time to collect complaints, so part of the clean record is simply age.

No owner complaints and no federal recalls are on file. That means there is no failure pattern to describe and no recall that keeps the car off the road. The cost side is less comfortable. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs for the Corvette at $737, against $526 for its class.

Plan for that higher repair bill. The 2026 is a comparable alternative with the same clean record. The 2024 has 18 complaints and 2 recalls, so if you consider one, ask for its recall repair paperwork. For any 2025, run the VIN through a recall lookup before you buy, since records can still grow.

Compared to the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette, which scored 2 points lower. See also the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Infrequent unscheduled repairs
+No recalls issued
+Below-average complaint rate for Coupe

Cons

−Above-average repair costs for its class

Compare 2025 Chevrolet Corvette With

2025 Toyota Supra

Reliability: 78/100

Good

2025 Ford Mustang

Reliability: 73/100

Good

2025 Tesla Model 3

Reliability: 67/100

Good

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 0.3

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Chevrolet Corvette? Check its history first

Every 2025 Chevrolet Corvette has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2025 Chevrolet Corvette NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Rollover risk: 0.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Not Available)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Head/Torso (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (Not Available)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Chevrolet CorvetteRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$737

vs $526 avg for midsize cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.3

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

22%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Corvette

$737

Category Avg

$526

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Chevrolet Corvette Resale Value

The Chevrolet Corvette is estimated to retain about 72.3% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Chevrolet Corvette model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.

Value Retained: 72.3%
Depreciation: 27.7%
Listings Analyzed: 85

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Chevrolet Corvette depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

14–19 MPG

Running cost: $4,400–$5,700/yr

Fuel + repair

12–16 city / 18–25 hwy MPG

Hybrid

19 MPG

Running cost: $4,400/yr

Fuel + repair

16 city / 24 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Corvette 6.2L 8-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	16	25	19	$3,650
Corvette Z06 5.5L 8-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	12	20	14	$4,950
Corvette Z06 Carbon Aero 5.5L 8-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	12	19	14	$4,950
Corvette ZR1 5.5L 8-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	12	18	14	$4,950

Hybrid trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Corvette E-Ray 6.2L 8-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	16	24	19	$3,650

Best & Worst Chevrolet Corvette Years

Best Chevrolet Corvette Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Chevrolet Corvette Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Chevrolet Corvette reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	70/100	Good
2019	63/100	Good
2020	67/100	Good
2021	71/100	Good
2023	73/100	Good
2024	71/100	Good
2025	78/100	Good
2026	76/100	Good

Chevrolet Corvette Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	76/100	-2	Good	0	0
2025(selected)	78/100	+7	Good	0	0
2024	71/100	-2	Good	2	18
2023	73/100	+2	Good	1	20
2021	71/100	+4	Good	2	11
2020	67/100	+4	Good	4	31
2019	63/100	-7	Good	1	145
2018	70/100	—	Good	1	51

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

Yes, it rates good and above average among 2025 coupes. It ranks first of the eight scored Corvette years. No owner complaints or federal recalls are on file. Because the year is recent, that record has had little time to build, so treat it as encouraging rather than proven.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette?

None show up in the data. No owner complaints are on file for this year, so there is no symptom to describe. The 2024 model year has 18 complaints, but this year has none. Check a VIN-based record and service history on the specific car instead of relying on a known problem.

Has the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette been recalled?

No recalls appear in federal recall records for the 2025 model year. The 2024 Corvette has 2 recalls, and the 2026 has none. Recalls can be added later, so run the VIN through a recall lookup before you buy any specific car.

How much does it cost to maintain a Corvette?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $737 a year in repairs for the Corvette, compared with $526 for its class. That is a model-wide figure, not specific to 2025. Expect to spend more than you would on a typical coupe.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette better than the 2024?

On the data, yes. The 2025 has no complaints and no recalls, while the 2024 rates worse with 18 complaints and 2 recalls. The 2025 is also newer, so it has had less time to collect complaints. The 2026 rates about the same as the 2025.

Don’t buy a 2025 Chevrolet Corvette without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (60/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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