23,656 Chevrolet Corvettes recalled over fuel leak fire risk

More cars from the famous American car manufacturer Chevrolet are being recalled due to a failure in the refueling system. Problems like this are considered the most dangerous due to the multiple failures in the system, which can provoke them. On the other hand, this recall is not one to be scared of: owners will start receiving notification letters on October 6, directing them to have their maintenance done at the nearest licensed dealer. This is one of the largest recalls of the year for the company, and since it’s a traditional car that has drawn criticism in its last versions, this could be a turning point for the brand.

Chevrolet is not recalling as many vehicles as other major American automakers

Other automakers have dealt with problems in the fuel system in 2025. Ford had over 300,000 cars recalled due to a problem in the fuel pump, as well as battery problems that could, eventually, lead to a fire. Battery-related issues also play a big role in a car being in danger of getting burned by an eventual spark that could blow up the engine and damage the vehicle’s chassis. The company dealt with the problem early in February.

Now, when it comes to Chevrolet, up to this point, the recalls were issued for trucks from the GMC Sierra to the Chevy Silverado. Both had problems with the fuel pump. On the other side, the company didn’t issue a recall in the same volume as Ford, Dodge, Cadillac, or Jeep – by comparison, it’s one of the most reliable companies in the market. Eventually, they have to recall a vehicle to have repairs done, but this one caught many by surprise, as it is one of the classic American muscle cars.

Chevy’s iconic model is being recalled: Thousands of cars need repair

General Motors is recalling thousands of Chevrolet Corvettes over a fuel leak that could spark a fire, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall covers 23,656 vehicles from the 2023-2026 model years, all equipped with a left-side radiator and fan setup. NHTSA says excess fuel can spill into the filler pocket during refueling and drip onto a hot surface – creating the risk of fire.

In order to fix the issue, dealerships will install a shield to divert spilled fuel. The repair will be free, and owners will start receiving notification letters on October 6. A follow-up notice will go out once the remedy is officially available. Drivers can also check online whether their car is included in the recall by searching their make and model — or by entering their license plate or VIN on the NHTSA website.

Other classic cars affected in 2025: Multiple brands suffered in March

This isn’t the first Corvette recall this year. Back in March, GM recalled more than 90,000 vehicles across Chevrolet and Cadillac for a transmission problem. Separately, a distinct recall also affects Camaros, Corvettes, Cadillac CTS sedans, and Cadillac ATS models for a power steering issue. In those cases, faulty electrical flow between the circuit board and steering gear could cause drivers to suddenly lose steering assist.

New Corvette is coming: It was tested, and the results are impressive

Chevrolet has dropped a new video breaking down its latest Nürburgring runs – and the goals were ambitious. Vehicle dynamics engineer Brian Wallace shaved that time with the ZR1, clocking 6:50.763. And the quickest run of all came from engineer Drew Cattell, who pushed the 1,250-horsepower ZR1X to a blistering 6:49.275. Those laps now put the ZR1 at the top of the record books – the two fastest Nürburgring times ever recorded by an American production car.

For more information about this recall, you can check the recall 25V536 from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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