What is the 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Master-Cylinder Center Valve Can Be Damaged (Recall 86V120)?

Certain 1986 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles can damage the brake master-cylinder center valve under severe braking, causing loss of front braking, increased pedal travel and reduced stopping ability. Severity: high.

What is the 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Headlight Switch Can Flicker or Shut the Headlights Off (Recall 86V056)?

Certain 1986 Chevrolet Corvette headlight-switch contacts can become intermittent, causing the headlights to flicker or suddenly go out at night or in severe weather. Severity: high.

What is the 1984-1991 Chevrolet Corvette Front Safety Belts Can Jam in Their Retractors (Recall 91V143)?

Certain 1984-1991 Chevrolet Corvette front safety belts can lock or jam in the retractor, leaving the belt impossible to pull out and unusable. Severity: high.

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1986 Chevrolet Corvette Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

1986 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated August 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has 3 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are Master-Cylinder Center Valve Can Be Damaged (Recall 86V120), Headlight Switch Can Flicker or Shut the Headlights Off (Recall 86V056) and Front Safety Belts Can Jam in Their Retractors (Recall 91V143). DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

1986 Chevrolet Corvette Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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What is the 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Master-Cylinder Center Valve Can Be Damaged (Recall 86V120)?

What is the 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Headlight Switch Can Flicker or Shut the Headlights Off (Recall 86V056)?

What is the 1984-1991 Chevrolet Corvette Front Safety Belts Can Jam in Their Retractors (Recall 91V143)?