GM Issues Recall for 30,000 Corvettes

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Associated Press
GM Issues Recall for 30,000 Corvettes
05.27.2006, 09:09 AM

General Motors Corp. is recalling more than 30,000 Chevrolet Corvettes because of a defect that allows detachable roofs to fly off.

The recall issued this past week affects certain 2005-2006 models with painted roofs. The adhesive between the roof panel and magnesium frame may separate, GM spokesman Alan Adler told The Detroit News.

If there is a complete separation, the hard roof panel may detach from the vehicle and it could strike another vehicle.

"You do not want to hit a 10-pound object at 70 miles per hour," Adler said.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received 21 complaints from owners of the sports car, but Adler said the problem has not caused any injuries or deaths.

Owners affected by the recall can get a free inspection and repair, if needed, at their local dealership.

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[Caplax40]

^^^^^^^^^^ Yeah, wasn't it a C6 Z06? I'll have to find the link!

Edit: Found it! http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...post1554953831

[ZfrkS62]

that's just a risk you run when you use adhesives instead of welding or rivets. But due to the composite structure and the magnesium i think that the adhesive is the best way to do it.

Unfortunately, when you use adhesives, there is a chance that the glue itself is not mixed right. I am fairly sure that they are using an epoxy type glue, which requires a catlyst to start the setting process. I don't know for sure which type GM is using, but if you think about it, 30,000 vehicles is really nothing.