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2010 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel system Problems

Owner-reported complaints naming the fuel system system, filed with NHTSA

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Fuel system reportsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
49
Latest Feb 19, 2026
Share of all reportsThis category as a share of every owner report on file for this model year. One report can name more than one component, so the categories overlap.
58%
of 84 total
Crash or fire reportedReports in this category whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. The reporter's own answer on the NHTSA form, not a verified finding.
0
Injuries or deaths reportedTotals the submitters entered on their own reports in this category. Not verified by NHTSA and not a casualty statistic.
0

What this page shows

Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks. Every record below is an owner-reported complaint about the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette submitted to NHTSA — not a confirmed defect, not a recall and not a manufacturer bulletin. 49 reports on file name it.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

Owner reports naming fuel system

The 25 most recent of 49, in the owner's own words

Fuel system
Filed Feb 19, 2026

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, and while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was inspected, and the mechanic found a fuel leak on the left side of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with GMC Special Coverage Adjustment Number: N150682 (15682 Primary Tank Module Flange Fuel and Vapor Leaks). The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the Special Coverage. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

NHTSA ID
11719076
Incident
Feb 12, 2026
Mileage
75,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Jun 12, 2024

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle while parked. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the fuel vapors were coming from the fuel pump sending unit. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer spoke with the manufacturer about the failure however, the manufacturer offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

NHTSA ID
11593847
Incident
Jun 1, 2024
Mileage
32,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Oct 2, 2023

Purchased 3 weeks ago. Third time filling up and first time in the garage. Noticed the fuel tank is leaking at the pump due to defective plastic. Car only has 55k miles, this should not be an issue. Is Chevy going to fix this or am I out the 2k repair bill?

NHTSA ID
11547825
Incident
Sep 29, 2023
Fuel system
Filed Mar 27, 2023

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated there was a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that gasoline was leaking from the fuel tank onto the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 55,000. VIN was not available.

NHTSA ID
11513982
Incident
Mar 6, 2023
Mileage
55,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Nov 24, 2022

The fuel tank is leaking at the pump due to defective plastic. There should be a lot of reports of this happening on this vehicle and it is more dangerous than any other defect I have ever heard of.

NHTSA ID
11494822
Incident
Nov 22, 2022
Fuel system
Filed Nov 17, 2022

Have a strong odor of gasoline coming from vehicle parked in garage. Have not noticed any gasoline in the garage floor, only the strong odor.

NHTSA ID
11493972
Incident
Nov 17, 2022
Fuel system
Filed Mar 22, 2022

After filling up my gas tank in my 2010 Chevrolet Corvette I notice a strong gas smell that permeates through my entire garage and house. Upon investigation from an auto repair shop it has been determined I need to replace a faulty cracked fuel pump. Upon further investigation it seems there was a "Special Coverage Adjustment" from GM for this repair only for up to 120k miles. This should be a recall!!! as it is a very dangerous situation! So because I am over 120k , (just purchased from dealer) I am responsible for the 3k repair? That is 100% not acceptable. 15682 Primary Tank Module Flange Fuel and Vapor Leaks Copyright 2016 General Motors. Reference Number: N150682 Release Date: January 2017 GWM Number: 2015682

NHTSA ID
11457783
Incident
Mar 21, 2022
Fuel system
Filed Mar 20, 2022

Upon filling the car to a full tank that is a strong gas smell that permeates the cab. This smell is persistent even while driving with the convertible top down. People driving behind me were are able to smell the gasoline vapors. The vapors and smell subside once I get below 3/4 tank of gas.

NHTSA ID
11457527
Incident
Mar 18, 2022
Fuel system
Filed Nov 28, 2021

Seems to be a common issue and GM has a tsb for it but they only covered the repare for 10 years and 120k I am at 11 with 70k miles. The fuel is leaking from the top of the tank and could cause a fire.

NHTSA ID
11441866
Incident
Nov 28, 2021
Fuel system
Filed Nov 15, 2021

My 2010 Chevrolett Grand Sport has developed a very strong odor of gasoline. Both when parked in garage and while driving. It’s obviously leaking gasoline somewhere which could result in a fire or death.

NHTSA ID
11440572
Incident
Oct 4, 2021
Fuel system
Filed May 1, 2021

I NOTICED THE HEAVY SMELL OF GAS FUMES AFTER PUTTING GAS IN MY VET. THE SMELL IS MOST PROMINENT WHEN THE CAR IS OFF AND PARKED IN THE GARAGE. I AM SURE THAT THE SMELL IS ALWAYS PRESENT AND THAT BEING PARKED IN A PARKING LOT OR OUTSIDE DISSIPATES THE SMELL. I HAVE TRIED FILLING THE TANK HALF WAY TO SEE IF THAT WOULD HELP BUT THE SMELL OF GAS IS STILL THERE. IT IS STRONGEST IN THE REAR HATCH AREA ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE SMELL IN GARAGE IS SO STRONG I HAVE TO LEAVE THE GARAGE DOOR OPEN TO VENT. I AM FEARFUL THAT THE FUMES MAY IGNITE MY GAS WATER HEATER WHICH IS LOCATED ABOUT 7-8FT AWAY OR START A CAR FIRE IF GAS HITS THE HOT EXHAUST PIPE. THIS IS TRULY SOMETHING THAT CHEVY NEEDS TO REVIEW TO SEE IF FAULTY EQUIPMENT WAS PLACED IN THE C6 MODELS. I HAVE HAD THE VET FOR 4 YEARS IT IS A 2010 AND THE MILEAGE IS JUST OVER 55K. I JUST NOTICED THIS ISSUE ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO, BUT IT SEEMS TO BE GETTING WORSE. I HOPE THAT MY PROPERTY IS NOT DAMAGED BY A FUEL SOURCE ORIGINATING FROM THE CAR OR WORSE YET, A DEATH RELATED TO AN EXPLOSION OR FIRE.

NHTSA ID
11414758
Incident
Jan 28, 2021
Fuel system
Filed Apr 2, 2021

I HAVE A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE AND ALSO OUTSIDE BY THE GAS TANK FILLER AREA. IT IS VERY PREVALENT WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED AFTER RUNNING IT.

NHTSA ID
11406095
Incident
Mar 31, 2021
Mileage
67,550 mi
Fuel system
Filed Mar 15, 2021

FUEL VAPORS COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK ;POSSIBLE CRACK IN FUEL PUMP SPRAYING FUEL EVERYWHERE;I CAN CLOSE MY GARAGE DOOR BECAUSE I CAN'T BREATHE BECAUSE OF THE GAS ODOR.IT'S WORSE WHEN I PUT TEN GALLONS OR MORE

NHTSA ID
11403029
Incident
Aug 1, 2020
Mileage
45,056 mi
Fuel system
Filed Jan 14, 2021

FUEL VAPORS COMING FROM GAS CAP- EVEN AFTER REPLACING CAP.

NHTSA ID
11387990
Incident
Jan 7, 2021
Mileage
72,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed May 12, 2020

SEVERE FUEL SMELL WHEN FUEL LEVEL IS HIGH AND ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED IN ENCLOSED SPACE. *TR

NHTSA ID
11324234
Incident
May 8, 2020
Mileage
58,700 mi
Fuel system
Filed May 1, 2020

A GAS ODOR COMING FROM THE GAS FILL TUBE.

NHTSA ID
11322943
Incident
Apr 30, 2020
Mileage
18,235 mi
Fuel system
Filed Apr 7, 2020

STRONG GAS SMELL WHEN CAR GETS FILLED UP. THEN AFTER I GO OUT OF THE GAS STATION CAR ACCELERATES BY ITSELF AFTER STOPPING AND ENGINE STOPS. AFTER TURNING THE CAR ON AGAIN VERY STRONG GAS SMELL. THIS WILL GO ON AFTER SOME OF THE GAS IS WASTED.

NHTSA ID
11320454
Incident
Apr 4, 2020
Mileage
1 mi
Fuel system
Filed Mar 4, 2020

BOUGHT 2010 CORVETTE ON 4/29/2020 OUT OF TOWN. LAST 2 DAYS HAVE HAD STRONG GAS SMELL IN GARAGE. SAW ONLINE ABOUT AN ISSUE AND POSSIBLE RECALL?

NHTSA ID
11315995
Incident
Mar 3, 2020
Mileage
54,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Feb 19, 2020

WENT TO FILL UP TANK AND DROVE OFF WITH A VERY BAD GAS SMELL INSIDE THE CAR, PUT CAR IN GARAGE AND SMELL WAS SO BAD HAD TO OPEN GARAGE AND PUT CAR OUT. IT ONLY SMELLS WHEN I FILL UP TANK.

NHTSA ID
11310025
Incident
Feb 8, 2020
Mileage
105,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Feb 13, 2020

WHEN THE VEHICLE SITS IN AN ENCLOSED GARAGE, IT FILLS THE GARAGE WITH RAW FUEL ODOR. THIS HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN IT IS AROUND 3/4 TANK. NO FUEL LEAKS ON THE FLOOR VISIBLE BUT ODOR IS VERY STRONG. GAS MILEAGE HAS DROPPED SIGNIFICANTLY AS WELL.

NHTSA ID
11309048
Incident
Feb 13, 2020
Mileage
70,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Feb 8, 2020

AFTER FUELING AND FOR AT LEAST 100 MILES AFTERWARD THERE IS A DISTINCT GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE THE CAR AND IN THE GARAGE. NO LEAKAGE NOTICED UNDER THE CAR. TOOK IT TO A CHEVROLET DEALER WHO PERFORMED THE SMOKE TEST WHICH IT FAILED. THEY REPLACED THE PUMP AND SENDING UNIT AT NO CHARGE. THIS OFFER FROM CHEVROLET EXPIRES AFTER 10 YEARS OR 120000 MILES CURRENTLY. THIS REMEDIATION SHOULD BE A RECALL OR A PERMANENT TECHNICAL SOLUTION FOR ANY CORVETTE OF THIS MODEL THAT EXPERIENCES THIS INCREASINGLY SERIOUS PROBLEM, NO MATTER WHEN IT OCCURS.

NHTSA ID
11307951
Incident
Jun 1, 2019
Mileage
85,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Dec 16, 2019

GAS SMELL WHEN TANK IS FILLED

NHTSA ID
11289358
Incident
Dec 13, 2019
Mileage
32,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Nov 4, 2019

AFTER FILLING UP MY TANK, I SMELL A STRONG GAS SMELL PRIMARILY FROM THE LEFT REAR (WHERE I FILL UP) SIDE OF THE CAR. IT FILLS MY GARAGE WITH STRONG FUMES AND I DON'T FEEL SAVE STARTING IT, MUCH LESS DRIVING IT. I DON'T SMELL ANYTHING IN THE CABIN, ONLY WHEN IT'S IN THE GARAGE. ALSO LEADS ME TO BELIEVE I'M LOOSING GAS AND FUEL ECONOMY SO THAT'S A DRAG. I'VE LOOKED AT POSSIBLE CAUSES, AND IT COULD BE MANY DIFFERENT THINGS SO IT'S CURRENTLY UKNOWN AS FAR AS WHAT PART IS EXACTLY WRONG. I SMELL THE FUMES WHEN THE CAR IS STATIONARY.

NHTSA ID
11278067
Incident
Oct 17, 2017
Fuel system
Filed Aug 22, 2019

GAS SMELL AFTER FILL UP OF TANK APPEARS TO BE THE HIGH PRESSURE LINE FROM THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP

NHTSA ID
11245941
Incident
Jun 6, 2019
Mileage
59,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Apr 22, 2019

FUEL SMELL EMITTING FROM VEHICLE. FILLS GARAGE WITH FUMES.

NHTSA ID
11203021
Incident
Apr 12, 2019
Mileage
50,000 mi

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