Chevrolet has issued a voluntary recall for 2023 to 2026 Corvette Z06 and 2025 to 2026 Corvette ZR1 models.
This recall stems from a possible combination of fuel spray from fuel spillage during refueling and the left-side radiator fan moving fuel to hot ignition sources.
This recall seems to have initially caught wind on the Corvette Forums, and does not currently have an NHTSA recall number.
If you’re about to take delivery on a new Corvette Z06 or Corvette ZR1, there’s some bad news. Chevrolet has issued a voluntary recall for 2023 to 2026 Corvette Z06 models and 2025 and 2026 Corvette ZR1 models, which also means that the company won’t be able to deliver these machines to customers.
The Cause
This voluntary recall stems from a situation that could cause a fire under certain circumstances. According to the customer-facing recall notice, fuel spillage during refueling can migrate to possible ignition sources because of the driver-side heat exchanger fan. According to the Chevrolet recall notice, there is no current resolution.
This recall was originally brought to the surface on the Corvette Forum by poster Cblu, who was inquiring about the recall. Adding to the thread, poster L72_Coupe shared a screen capture of the recall notice, which includes the internal General Motors recall number.
In response to an inquiry in the matter, a General Motors spokesperson confirmed the recall and gave the official word on the matter. The spokesperson said, “General Motors is voluntarily recalling model year 2023-2026 Chevrolet Corvette Z06s and 2025-2026 Corvette ZR1s in North America to resolve an excess fuel spillage issue during refueling. This is a rare occurrence, and malfunctioning filling station pumps appear to be a contributing factor. The safety of our customers is the highest priority for the entire GM team, and we’re working to remedy this matter as quickly as possible.”
What to Do
Obviously, any fire risk is bad. That said, if you currently are the steward of a Corvette Z06 that is also subject to this recall, the notice from General Motors does have some ways to mitigate any issues. Namely, make sure that the fuel nozzle is fully inserted into the Corvette’s fuel pipe before you start fueling, and confirm that you’re done fueling before withdrawing the fuel nozzle.
While there isn’t an official remedy available currently, according to the recall notice, it appears that the plan is for dealers to install a shield that will divert fuel spillage. That said, if you’re wondering why your dealer won’t let you take delivery of your Corvette ZR1, ZR1X, or Z06—this is why.
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