Avoid These Cars: The Most Problematic Corvette Models In History
Chevrolet's Corvette Concerns
Based on car forums and review sites, these are the Chevrolet Corvette years that got everyone raising questions. The following models show us how even America's beloved sports car had its challenging chapters.
1997 C5 Corvette
The 1997 Chevrolet Corvette, the first year of the C5 generation, had a rocky start marked by several issues. One of the most critical problems was the steering column locking mechanism, which could engage unexpectedly and prevent the driver from steering.
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1997 C5 Corvette (Cont.)
This problem would sometimes occur even while driving and required a dealer intervention to replace the locking plate with a modified version to resolve it. The Corvette also faced seven recalls, which included mechanical and safety-related issues.
1997 C5 Corvette (Cont.)
Some drivers also reported pulsating brakes due to warped rotors. But anyway, the car came equipped with a 5.7L V8 engine that generated a horsepower of about 345 at 5,600 rpm and around 350 lb-ft torque at 4,400 rpm.
1998 C5 Corvette
According to reports on CarComplaints.com, there were around 36 complaints filed with the NHTSA with regard to steering problems in the 1998 Corvette, which indicated a prevalent issue among owners. The car had a curb weight of around 3,245 lbs.
