Chevy Halts Sales of 2025-2026 Corvettes Over Brake Light Issue

GM issues stop-sale order on select C8 Corvette models due to a problem with the rear brake light module.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:26pm

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Chevrolet has issued a stop-sale order on certain 2025 and 2026 model year Chevrolet C8 Corvettes due to an issue with the rear brake light module. The problem relates to the module's failure to notify owners of a non-functional brake light, which violates federal safety standards. The stop-sale impacts around 2,886 C8s from 2025 and an additional 438 from 2026.

Why it matters

Brake light functionality is a critical safety feature, so this issue could pose a risk to drivers and other motorists on the road. The stop-sale order will prevent additional affected Corvettes from being delivered to customers until GM can devise a fix, highlighting the automaker's commitment to addressing safety concerns proactively.

The details

According to owner reports, the stop-sale specifically relates to an issue with the outage detection function in the rear brake light module. GM has discovered that the module will not properly notify owners if one of the brake lights is not working, violating federal safety standards. The automaker has already developed an over-the-air update to address the problem in 2026 model year vehicles, but a solution for 2025 Corvettes has not yet been determined.

  • The stop-sale order was issued by GM in early April 2026.
  • The issue impacts around 2,886 C8 Corvettes from the 2025 model year, as well as an additional 438 from 2026.

The players

Chevrolet

The American automobile division of General Motors that produces the Corvette sports car.

Mid-Engined Corvette Forum

An online forum dedicated to discussions and news about the C8-generation Chevrolet Corvette.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108

A U.S. federal regulation that sets requirements for vehicle lighting and reflective devices.

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What they’re saying

“GM believes the issue impacts some 2886 C8s from MY2025, as well as an additional 438 Corvettes from MY2026.”

— Lucas Bell, Associate Editor

What’s next

GM has already developed an over-the-air software update to address the brake light module issue in 2026 model year Corvettes, but a solution for 2025 vehicles has not yet been determined. Owners can check if their C8 Corvette is affected by the stop-sale order using their VIN on GM's internal recall search.

The takeaway

This stop-sale order highlights the importance of safety features like brake lights and Chevrolet's commitment to addressing potential issues proactively. While inconvenient for affected Corvette owners, the automaker's actions demonstrate its focus on ensuring its vehicles meet all federal safety standards before being delivered to customers.