Rear hatch hinges on corvette coupes/fvmss 206
Defect Summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from january 24, 2011, through september 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components". the rear hatch hinges may not meet the load requirements specified in the safety standard.
Safety Consequence
The rear hatch could separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. the safety recall began on october 14, 2011. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
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FAQ: Recall 11V491000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V491000?
NHTSA recall 11V491000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 3, 2011. It addresses: Rear hatch hinges on corvette coupes/fvmss 206. The recall affects approximately 5,755 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V491000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.