2015 Chevrolet Corvette: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11655435 (filed 04/18/2025): “The contact owns a 2015 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced severe shuddering and vibration while accelerating from a stationary position and while driving at slower speeds. the cause of the failure has not yet been determined. the manufacturer and local dealer were n…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11654385 (filed 04/14/2025): “Torque converter shudder and noise (definitely and issue related transmission). around 1,500 rpm the vehicle starts to experience the shudder, shaking, and noise. additionally there is a feeling of a surge in power, like if the vehicle shifts to an upper gear un intentionally, the vehicle launches f…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11448410 (filed 01/21/2022): “The transmission flutters when shifting on my 2015 corvette. a potential catastrophic failure could cause a fire from transmission fluid hitting the hot exhaust. general motors is aware of the issue and has issued a tsb. i believe a potential fire and or collision exists if transmission fluid …”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
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 for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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