2016 Chevrolet Corvette: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11689471 (filed 09/24/2025): “The contact owns a 2016 chevrolet corvette. the contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated while shifting from second gear to third gear. the transmission was skipping a gear. the contact believed that the vehicle was not working properly. the vehicle was not r…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11618325 (filed 10/06/2024): “Transmission is very erratic to shift, especially when cold. sometime, when pressing the accelerator, the car hesitates before moving forward. this can be dangerous at intersections with oncoming traffic. the transmission was inspected by a chevy dealer right after the car was purchased (09/2017) a…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11548197 (filed 10/04/2023): “The transmission has a shudder issue at speeds between 60 and 80 mph. gives the feeling of driving over rumble strips. vehicle milage is 6200 miles. the dealership verified the issue associated with the transmission and indicated that a repair bulletin was issued by gm to correct the issue…”
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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