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1997 Chevrolet Corvette recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1997 Chevrolet Corvette recalls, newest first

May 11, 2009NHTSA 09E02500042,540 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Dope, Inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, Inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, Inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 7, 2009NHTSA 09E01200016,270 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 9, 2004NHTSA 04V060000126,624 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with electronic column lock systems (ecl), when the ignition switch is turned to "lock," the ecl system prevents turning of the steering system. When the vehicle is started, the ecl unlocks the steering system. The vehicle is designed so that if the column fails to unlock when the vehicle is started and the customer tries to drive, the fuel supply will be shut off so that the vehicle cannot move when the vehicle cannot be steered. If voltage at the powertrain control module is low or interrupted, however, the fuel shut off may not occur and the vehicle can be accelerated while the steering system is locked. Also when the control system shows that the ecl is unlocked and the vehicle is being driven, the lock pin location can vary. Depending on the location of the lock plate relative to the switch transition point, there could then be contact between the lock plate and pin causing the steering to lock while driving.
Consequence
If this occurs, a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy
On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, the dealer will disable the steering column lock by removing the column lock plate. When the ignition key is removed, the transmission shifter will lock but the steering column will not lock. On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the dealer will reprogram the powertrain control module, perform a dimensional check of the column lock and, if necessary, replace the lock plate. The steering column on these vehicles will continue to lock when the key is removed. Owner notification to owners of 1997 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions began on April 26, 2004. Owners of 1998 through 2004 vehicles (except 1997-1998 manual transmission vehicles) will be notified beginning on August 2, 2004. The remaining owners (1997-1998 manual transmission vehicles) will be notified later in 2004, when parts are available. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 17, 2000NHTSA 00V11100071,569 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lap belt webbing can twist allowing the webbing to become jammed in the retractor.
Consequence
When the belt webbing becomes jammed in the retractor, the seat belt may be unusable.
Remedy
Dealers will install inserts to the belt web guide of each lap belt retractor.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 28, 1997NHTSA 97V1040004,369 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belts in these vehicles incorporate an energy management loop. This loop is inadequate to absorb the necessary forces that can be exerted on it. Therefore, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the energy management loop will not absorb enough energy, and injury to the seat occupant can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 23, 1997NHTSA 97V1050003,792 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles have a torn fuel tank sending unit/pump seal. This can cause fuel odor and/or leakage at the attachment location.
Consequence
Fuel leakage from a torn seal can result in a fire if an ignition source is present.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right hand fuel tank assemblies (including fuel sending unit and pump).

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 20, 1997NHTSA 97V0440001,414 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear

Summary
The rear suspension tie rod assembly can fracture.
Consequence
If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, loss of directional control can result increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right-hand rear suspension tie rod links.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 153 complaints about the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar48
  2. Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device33
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline13
  4. Steering › Column11
  5. Fuel system9

Other Chevrolet Corvette years

Other 1997 Chevrolet models

Most recalled 1997 vehicles

  1. 1997 Ford F-150 (25 recalls)
  2. 1997 Honda Civic (16 recalls)
  3. 1997 Honda Accord (15 recalls)
  4. 1997 Dodge Caravan (14 recalls)
  5. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)
All of 1997’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette have any recalls?
7 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, steering, seat belts, fuel system, gasoline, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1997 Chevrolet Corvette recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette?
153 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.