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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1G1YY26W285107934 · Checked Aug 13, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 23

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1G1YY26W285•••••• 2008 Chevrolet CORVETTE

This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2008 Chevrolet CORVETTE build (23 vs 9).

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506on the model
54builds in total
Most reported Fuel/propulsion System 17 Power Train 2 Fuel System 2 Gasoline 2

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Fuel/propulsion System Feb 2023
Strong fuel smell coming from the gas tank after filling the tank full. I have replaced the gas cap. It happens when the tank is over 1/2 full
Unknown Or Other Oct 2020
Strong smell of gasoline after fueling the car, strong smell in the garage where the vehicle is parked. Smell is even present when driving with an open window
Power Train Mar 2015
Could not get my car out of park
Fuel System Nov 2014
Strong gas smell after filling vehicle up
Electrical System May 2013
I was driving on the freeway at night on my way home around 11pm when my low beam lights went dark and would not turn back on.I've checked all the forums about this problem and it is happening a lot, but apparently gm wont include the 2008 vehicles even though ones like mine…
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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 1G1YY26W285107934 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.