NHTSA Recall 06V181000: Roof and pillars (structure)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30,793 vehicles. It affects 2005–2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V181000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 06041 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | May 24, 2006 |
| Owner notification | October 19, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 2005-2006 chevrolet corvettes equipped with painted roofs, the adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate.
Safety risk
If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle and it could strike another vehicle and cause injury and property damage.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect vehicles free of charge for potential roof panel-to- frame separation and add the specified adhesive foam or replace the roof with one having adhesive foam. The recall began on october 19, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V181000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.