NHTSA Recall 09V491000: Roof and pillars (structure)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22,090 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Corvette.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V491000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 090230 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | December 23, 2009 |
| Owner notification | April 21, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 corvette vehicles equipped with a removable roof and model year 2006 and 2007 corvette z06 vehicles. The adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate. If there is a partial separation, the driver may notice one or more symptoms, such as a snapping noise when driving over bumps, wind noise, poor roof panel fit, roof panel movement/bounce when a door or hatch is closed, or a water leak in the headliner.
Safety risk
If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle. If this were to occur while the vehicle was being driven, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new design roof panel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during april 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes
GM safety recall no. 090230.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V491000
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.