2019 Chevrolet Corvette

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the low tire pressure warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. The contact stated that she added air to the tires however, the low tire pressure warning light remained illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed the cause of the failure as cracks in the rear passenger’s and driver’s side wheels. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

2019 Corvette Grand Sport August 2021 - Driver side rear wheel cracked losing pressure rapidly making continued driving dangerous. Instructed by a local dealership to drive at minimum speed to the dealership to prevent the degradation and potential catastrophic failure of the wheel and/or tire. Drove to a local dealership where the wheel was inspected and confirmed to be cracked. Wheel was replaced with a new OEM GM Corvette wheel. January 2022 - Passenger side front wheel cracked losing pressure rapidly making continued driving dangerous. Immediately drove the vehicle home and parked it until I could confirm the problem. Have not driven it since and will being the process of replacement within the week (01/30/2022).

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the passenger’s side rear tire low-pressure warning light illuminated. The contact stopped at a service station and added air to the tire and proceeded to drive however, the warning light illuminated again. The contact took the vehicle to a local tire shop who inspected the vehicle and diagnosed the failure as a cracked rim. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the rim was cracked. The rim was replaced. The contact stated that several months later the failure recurred on the driver’s side rear wheel. The contact took the vehicle to AutoNation Chevrolet Valencia (23649 Valencia Blvd, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, (661) 200-9107) and it was determined that the rim was cracked. The rim was replaced. The contact was concerned that the failure would return. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he added air to the tires however, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated again. The contact stated that he then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure as a driver's side rear cracked rim. The vehicle was not repaired as he was waiting to transport it to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis. The failure mileage was 6,500.

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the RPM decreased to 1,200 and the vehicle started to shudder and shake. The contact was able to continue to drive the vehicle to the residence. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer to be inspected. The dealer performed a transmission flush to fix the failure however, the failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer who inspected the vehicle and diagnosed the vehicle with 3 bent wheels. The wheels were not replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,399. Per the dealership, the bent wheels are not covered under warranty and the problem is the result of normal wear-and-tear. However, I found numerous complaints on the internet stating GM made the wheels with inferior material that is "cast, rather than forged, and is of insufficient strength to withstand the torque and power input from the drivetrain," I am now scared to drive the car because the bent wheels or a safety hazard and will more than likely start to crack which could result in causing a wreck. At this time the only way to correct the failure is to purchase new wheels if I wish to continue to drive the car and prevent from being a safety hazard or causing a collision.

OEM wheels fail. Thousands of online reports of 2015-2019 Corvette C7 Grand Sport and Z06 models wheels cracking without incident. My wheel is available for inspection. Safety was risked by having a wheel crack, loose air pressure and fail under normal operating load, potentially causing a crash. This issue has been reported to GM, has countless incidents also reported and can be easily confirmed at any dealer. My vehicle is currently at the dealer and has been inspected by their professionals. No symptoms prior to failure. No other damage has been noted or reported by the dealership to this wheel or tire.

Vehicle has 6900 miles on it, started to vibrate badly while driving on highway. Car has not been in any accidents and carefully driven. Dealer says the two rear wheels are bent.This could lead to cracking of wheels and/or loss of control of the vehicle. Vehicle is still under 36 month/36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. GM will not cover cost to replace and assumes no responsibility.