2014 Chevrolet Corvette: Problems downshifting
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Corvette report: problems downshifting. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 400 miles.
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints for the 2014 Corvette in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11495901 (filed 12/03/2022): “Engine shakes violently at all rpm ranges,vibrates whole car engine mounts are fine driveline defective car was inpspected by dealer says $6,000 to $8,000 to repair.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11456988 (filed 03/16/2022): “The contact owns a 2014 corvette chevrolet. the contact stated while driving, the vehicle misfired and was not running properly. the information center became inoperable. the vehicle was towed to the local dealer where the information center and plugs were rep…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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