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1G1YY24U555••••••2005 Chevrolet CORVETTE
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2005 Chevrolet CORVETTE build (28 vs 13).
28on this build
484on the model
37builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedExterior Lighting 7Electrical System 5Air Bags 4Fuel/propulsion System 4
What owners of this build wrote
StructurecrashAug 2005
The contact stated the roof on the vehicle has flown off four times. There was a recall # 06V181000; pertaining to the structure: body: roof and pillars. The contact was unsure if a recall letter was received. The first three times the roof flew off, the dealership replaced the…
Electrical SystemApr 2019
The contact owns a 2005 chevrolet corvette. The contact stated that the vehicle was at stand still and was unable to start the ignition. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the steering wheel ceased. The contact also stated the door…
Fuel/propulsion SystemMay 2017
If I put more than 1/2 tank of fuel there is a strong odor of fuel coming from the car and inside the passenger cabin. The smell is so strong that I can't drive the car with the windows up. If I park the car in my garage, the garage fills with fumes from the gas. I see fuel…
Air BagsSep 2015
Air bag light on because of faulty connector disabling vehicle air bags. Not safe
Power TrainJul 2015
Unable to shift the car out of "park" leaving me stranded. It happens intermittently, and happens 50% of the time
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1G1YY24U555123428 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.