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Chevrolet Corvette Recall 20V489: Driving with unlatched front trunk lid can block view

NHTSA campaign 20V489, reported August 18, 2020, 7,071 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The front trunk lid on certain vehicles can be driven with the lid unlatched, even though the vehicle gives visual and audible warnings. At higher speeds, an unlatched lid can open and block the driver's forward view, which increases the risk of a crash.

The remedy is free. An authorized dealer will update the software in the Body Control Module so the vehicle is limited to 26 mph when the front lid is not completely closed and latched. The dealer will also modify how the hood release on the key fob works to reduce accidental hood releases. Owners may also choose to have the software update delivered over the air instead.

Owners can contact General Motors customer service at 1-866-522-9559, referencing recall N202311160. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to see whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V489General Motors LLC
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Problem
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.
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.

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Corvette2020