Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Recalled Over Fire Risk During Refueling: GM Issues Warning to Owners

In Japan, General Motors Japan has officially notified the Ministry of Transport about the launch of a recall campaign affecting Chevrolet Corvette Z06 sports cars.

September 28, 2025 at 9:27 PM / News

General Motors Japan has formally informed Japan’s Ministry of Transport that it is launching a recall campaign for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06. The issue involves a potential fire hazard linked to the refueling process. In total, 172 imported vehicles are covered, delivered between November 2022 and May 2025.

The problem stems from overfilling the fuel tank. In such cases, gasoline vapors may escape and be drawn by the engine’s cooling fan toward the radiator. If the radiator is extremely hot, the vapors could settle on its surface and, under certain conditions, ignite.

So far, no fires or related incidents have been reported. Still, GM has decided to act proactively and take preventive measures. Owners of affected vehicles will receive official notices with safety recommendations until a permanent fix is developed. Once engineers determine the technical solution, repairs will be provided free of charge.

This recall highlights General Motors’ commitment to customer safety, showing swift action to address potential risks while keeping owners fully informed of the next steps.

You may also be interested in the news:

This Forgotten 1971 Corvette Is Begging for Rescue — Selling at No Reserve Because It Has No Other Choice
Auto Hold: The Button Many Americans Still Don’t Know About — and How It Can Change the Way You Drive
The Technology Race – The Battle for the EV Market: CATL Begins Mass Production of New High-Density LFP Batteries
Common Signs of a Clogged Catalytic Converter – What It Does and How to Check It Yourself
Every American Should Visit These – The Best Car Museums in the U.S.
Technology for Sports Cars: Porsche Developing a Lighter, More Powerful Hybrid with a New Type of Electric Motor
Cars and Hydrogen — Fashion Trend or Real Innovation?
Hot-Dip Galvanizing Protected Cars from Rust for Decades — So Why Did Automakers Abandon It Now?