2017 Chevrolet Corvette: Wheels complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 224 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette that list the wheels component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11762744 (filed 09/08/2026): “I went to the chevy dealer for service and to investigate a tire that keeps losing air. the dealership advised that the 2 rear wheels both have cracks that are consistent with a known problem in this model vehicle. they also documented that the two front wheels have bends also associated with a know…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11732283 (filed 04/19/2026): “Multiple wheels (9) have been replaced and multiple tires. have had to repair each of these wheels upwards of 20+ times and it’s not allowed legally after 3 cracks per wheel. safety issue as tires would blow out or go flat in short time. yes, been inspected multiple times by dealers, gm and told not…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11731388 (filed 04/15/2026): “Cracked (chrome) wheels on 2017 corvette grand sport at 30228 miles. the tire icon appeared on the driver information display. passenger side rear tire. after inflating the tire i took it to my dealer, jorns chevrolet where i purchased it brand new. jorns is a leading corvette dealer in wisconsi…”
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: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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