2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette Driveshaft Recall (22V091)
General Motors, LLC · 22 vehicles · Reported February 17, 2022
General Motors, LLC is recalling 22 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power. An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V091 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V091000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | N212351320 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | February 17, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette |
| Units affected | 22 |
| Component | Power Train > Driveline > Driveshaft |
| Safety risk | An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette in recall 22V091?
The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Corvette with recall 22V091?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Corvette shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the driveshaft, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V091?
Recall 22V091 covers 22 vehicles: 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette.
NHTSA lists 22 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Chevrolet | Corvette |
What is the fix for the Corvette driveshaft recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the left or right rear half-shaft assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the left or right rear half-shaft assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212351320.
When was recall 22V091 announced?
General Motors, LLC reported recall 22V091 to NHTSA on February 17, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as April 4, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| February 17, 2022 | General Motors, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V091000. |
| April 4, 2022 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 56 months ago. If your Corvette was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Corvette is part of recall 22V091?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V091 is open on your Corvette, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V091000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Corvette owners do about recall 22V091?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V091000 applies to your Corvette.
- Call a Chevrolet dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the driveshaft happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Corvette owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 10 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 22V091 was reported on February 17, 2022, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 1 of them (14%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the transmission and were received on or after February 17, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 33 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 10 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Chevrolet Corvette: 21 complaints in total, 5 about the transmission
- 2021 Chevrolet Corvette: 12 complaints in total, 5 about the transmission
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
Transmission died after only 1400 miles, vehicle is brand new and I’m concerned about the transmission dying after only a few miles on a $110k car, already took it to a Chevy dealer and confirmed it was the transmission and needed to be changed, warranty will cover it this time…
2022 Chevrolet Corvette owner, MD, NHTSA complaint 11459628, filed April 4, 2022
Took the car in for inspection after noticing a greasy substance on the bottom panels when changing the oil.
2022 Chevrolet Corvette owner, CO, NHTSA complaint 11484136, filed September 12, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the began to jerk and hesitate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced.
2022 Chevrolet Corvette owner, AL, NHTSA complaint 11624974, filed November 13, 2024
Can recall 22V091 make my Corvette a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A transmission defect affects the core job of the 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette: moving reliably. Owners often see the same symptom return after a repair, and those repeat visits are the kind of history California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V091
Did the recall 22V091 fix work?
Since recall 22V091 was reported on February 17, 2022, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 1 of them (14%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed April 4, 2022.
Is the 22V091000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Corvette is part of recall 22V091000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V091000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chevrolet. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.