NHTSA Recall 20V489000: Software (electrical system) and trunk lid (structure)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,071 vehicles. It affects 2020 Chevrolet Corvette.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V489000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N202311160 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; STRUCTURE › BODY › TRUNK LID |
| Report received | August 18, 2020 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Despite visual and audible warnings, the vehicle can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched.
Safety risk
An unlatched hood can open when driving above a certain speed, obstructing the driver's forward view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the vehicle's Body Control Module to limit the vehicle speed to 26 mph when the hood is not completely closed and latched, free of charge. In addition, the operation of the hood release on the key fob will be modified to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent hood release actuations. Owners also may allow the vehicle to be remedied via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. The recall began September 24, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202311160.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V489000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Corvette | 2020 |
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.