A RARE malfunction has left Chevrolet with little choice but to recall two swanky Corvette models.
The high-performance Corvette Z06 and the newer ZR1 both reportedly suffer from a fuel-spillage issue – which could result in a fire.
Two Corvette models are set to be recalled after a fault which could result in a fire was discovered[/caption]
The Corvette Z06 and the newer ZR1 both reportedly suffer from the issue[/caption]
Data reveals around 25,500 Corvette units are affected[/caption]
Other Corvette models, like the ZR1X, are not affected[/caption]
According to Car & Driver, both cars have a design flaw where excess fuel can spill during refueling, resulting in a leak onto the left-side radiator which can potentially lead to a fire.
Car giant General Motors said the problem is linked to malfunctioning filling station pumps and the design of the left-side radiator assembly – which is specific to these models.
GM have since acknowledged the issue and emphasized customer safety as their top priority, with the firm working on a solution which involves installing a shield to redirect spilled fuel away from ignition sources.
Indeed, such is their concern, they’ve even ordered a stop-sale for the affected models, meaning dealerships cannot sell these cars until the issue is resolved.
Data reveals around 25,500 Corvette units are affected, including production figures for Corvette Z06 models from 2023 to 2026 and a small number of Corvette ZR1 units.
Other Corvette models, like the ZR1X, are not included.
GM has reportedly notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) – who will post details online once the recall is officially reviewed.
No verified solution has been announced yet.
A spokesperson for GM recently confirmed the recall to Road & Track.
A spokesperson said: “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.”
This comes as Chevrolet hinted they were planning to reinvent the iconic Camaro muscle car as an electric SUV – in a bid to compete with the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
According to reports, the US giant is seemingly following the recent market trend of favoring SUVs and EVs, but the decision has sparked some controversy among fans – who view the potential change as harming the brand’s identity.
The Camaro, which was originally designed as a coupe to rival the Mustang in the mid-1960s, is set to be reinvented as an electric fastback SUV – thanks to the ever-growing popularity of SUVs and electric vehicles.
Currently, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is one of the most popular EVs in the US and is considered a leading alternative to the Tesla Model Y.
However, at the time of its release in 2020, many Ford enthusiasts felt the Mustang name should be reserved for its traditional, two-door, V8-powered sports car.
To that end, many traditionalists seemingly feel the same way about the Camaro becoming an EV SUV.
Elsewhere, drivers across the country have been warned of a sudden and surprising problem linked to one of Mitsubishi’s most popular SUVs.
What seemed like a routine convenience feature could turn into a serious safety hazard.
What’s the Takata airbag recall?
The Takata airbag recall holds the record for the largest product recall in US history.
At least 67 million vehicles have been recalled in the United States since 2014, and almost 100 million were recalled globally, sending the Japanese manufacturer, Takata, into bankruptcy.
The danger involved improper deployment, which would send bits of shrapnel into the faces of drivers and their passengers. Globally, the airbags killed 35 people, with 27 of the deaths occurring in the US. Over 400 people were seriously injured after the airbags were deployed.
Several automakers participated in the recall. Honda, Toyota, Subaru, BMW, Mercedes, Stellantis, General Motors, and Mazda have all recalled vehicles to remove the airbag free of charge to customers at licensed dealerships.
Source: NHSTA
