Recall 18V360 covers 498 2019 Chevrolet Corvette cars for SDM software that blocks crash air bag deployment. Free repair at Chevrolet dealers.
Chevrolet is recalling 498 2019 Corvette ZR1 vehicles because hard braking or acceleration can put the sensing diagnostic module into a fault state. If a crash happens, the module will not provide crash sensing or deploy the needed air bags, increasing injury risk; Chevrolet dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The sensing diagnostic module, or SDM, is the air bag control module in the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. It reads crash sensors, decides when a crash is severe enough to require restraint deployment, and commands the needed air bags to deploy. The air bag system depends on that module staying awake and ready during aggressive driving and a crash.
On affected Corvettes, the SDM software is not calibrated correctly for extremely hard braking and sustained acceleration under certain track conditions. Those forces can put the module into a fault state. Once that happens, the SDM will not provide crash sensing or deploy the needed air bags if the vehicle crashes.
There is no warning sign before failure. The Airbag Readiness Light will not indicate the fault, and the Driver Information Center will not show a message.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Chevrolet Corvette | air bag system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 498 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Chevrolet Corvette coupe is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, air bags that fail to deploy as designed increase the risk of injury for occupants. There is no Airbag Readiness Light or Driver Information Center message before the problem, so if your VIN is included, schedule the software repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the free SDM software update that fixes the crash-sensing and air bag deployment fault.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V360 when you call.
- Avoid hard braking and hard acceleration until the SDM software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician reprograms the sensing diagnostic module with updated software. The SDM update is the recall repair, and parts and labor are free of charge. Chevrolet is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the covered vehicles are under warranty. If you have paperwork for a prior SDM related repair, ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies to that repair.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| May 31, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 31, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| May 31, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 29, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 29, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V360?
Recall 18V360 covers 498 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 vehicles with sensing diagnostic module software that can enter a fault state after hard braking or acceleration. If that happens, crash sensing and air bag deployment will not work correctly in a crash.
What should I do if my 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Corvette is included in recall 18V360. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and ask for the sensing diagnostic module software reprogramming. Reference recall number 18V360 or Chevrolet recall number 18195 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this safety defect at no cost. Chevrolet dealers will reprogram the sensing diagnostic module with updated software free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 18V360?
The safety risk is that the air bags will not deploy correctly in a crash. Chevrolet says hard braking or acceleration can put the sensing diagnostic module into a fault state, leaving occupants with an increased risk of injury if a crash occurs.
When did the Chevrolet Corvette recall repair become available?
The recall repair began on June 29, 2018. Chevrolet dealers reprogram the sensing diagnostic module with updated software, and Chevrolet customer service can be reached at 1-800-222-1020 for questions about recall number 18195.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V360000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V360 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V360000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →