General Motors has revised the timing requirements for C8 Corvette Stingray’s first dealership maintenance visit.
According to a post on the official GM Techlink site, the timing for customers to receive reimbursement for the first service visit has been increased from 12 months to 24 months. There have not been any changes to the recommended maintenance schedule.
The first service visit for the C8 Corvette Stingray, which is covered by GM, includes one engine oil and filter change, using Mobil1 oil and an ACDelco filter, a transmission fluid filter change and a multi-point inspection. As we noted back in 2020 when the C8 Corvette Stingray first hit the market, the first scheduled engine oil change for the C8 Corvette Stingray is recommended at 7,500 miles, while the first transmission external canister filter change is also recommended at 7,500 miles. The first transmission fluid change is not recommended until the vehicle reaches 45,000 miles, or at least every 3 years. However, the car’s oil life and transmission fluid life monitoring systems may recommend changes earlier if necessary.
It’s not clear why this change was made, although it seems likely that many Corvette owners did not reach the suggested oil /transmission fluid change mileage of 7,500 miles in the first year and thus would have missed out on receiving full reimbursement for the service visit.
GM advises C8 Corvette Stingray owners to follow the vehicle’s electronic Oil Life Monitoring system to ensure their oil is changed at the appropriate time. A break-in oil change after 500 miles is not needed, with GM telling owners to stick to the recommendation of 7,500 miles instead.
GM previously released a one-minute, 40-second long video that details some of the basics that go into Corvette’s first maintenance visit. Owners or Corvette fans that are curious about the maintenance procedures can check out the video embedded below to learn a bit more about this process.
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I chose to do the first oil change myself. The challenge was getting the oil. ESP Dexos2 compliant 0w-40. Had to order it online. I changed when the oil life monitor said to change it. It was easy to do. And felt good getting familiar with my new C8.
Does that mean you decided to forego the included first service? Or, will you use the free service on your second maintenance visit?
I ask this because your dealer can take a look at the overall condition of your vehicle and make any “adjustments” while it’s in their shop. Or, maybe you’re afraid it will fall of the lift (just trying to be funny 😂).
I have had my C8 vette for one year with 800 miles. I am going to change the oil and pay for it myself. Can I get the next oil and DC filter changed the next time for free by GM? I read on the internet GM changed it to two years because most owners don’t put 7500 miles on their car in one year.
My first experience with dealer service department for my new C8 was not for an oil change, and the dealer service department did something wrong lifting the car and broke/crushed the bellypan under the car. There are 4 lift points – only. They left some fastners out from lower panels. I know because I photographed the bottom of car before taking it in. Then the worst, somehow gouged the paint in 2 places, on the wing and rear quarter panel. Now it had to get painted. Several visits to fix it all. Just a nightmare, and a service manager that was not happy taking responsibility for it all. And this is a high volume Corvette seller, who should have had plenty of C7 experience. Because of this I dread the dealer. These are not Mercedes or Porsche level people. They are Bolt and Silverado people.
Ya know, I wonder if there’s any correlation between the service departments at dealers that are charging the obnoxious mark ups vs those that sell at or close to MSRP. One would suspect that after a dealer makes $20k – $30k on a car, they could probably care less if they see you again. But the dealers that are charging MSRP and making maybe 8 – 10% margin have to rely on repeat business IN THEIR SERVICE DEPARTMENTS to stay afloat. But they have to make it an experience that brings you back. I cringe when I have to take the car to the dealer. Their work quality is usually suffering in some respect. Unfortunately, pay structures for techs – especially for warranty work – is sadly flawed. That makes it really hard to keep the best techs and offer exquisite service and quality.
Yea I wonder if they even look that buyer straight in the eye or avoid him altogether
The Bolt doesn’t need oil changes
No they do not, but do require battery pack change. Still waiting for one on my Bolt.
They’re not even Silverado people either. During a first service for a Silverado they left 2 screw sticking up on the air cleaner cover. The service writer told me to was because they were had to get to. Back in 09 I bought 3 HHR panels and during a warranty repair on 1, they backed that one into another customer’s car. Took them a week to tell the truth why they still had the truck
I’m buying Toyato trucks from now on for my business.
It’s about time, but I already fell victim to Chevy’s hard stance on the 12 months. Had my first service done at 4,000 miles to get in under the wire. Oh well, not the worst thing in the world if the dealer hadn’t overfilled the engine oil by a full quart. Found out after I got it home and pumped out the excess myself.
Fell victim the 1 yr time frame actually had 900 miles on the car and my local dealer insisted on changing the trans filter as well as the oil, before I put it into storage which would have caused me to miss the 1 yr deadline, II asked them not to do the trans filter but they did it anyway(not where I bought the car) had health issues that precluded me from using my delivering dealer. NOW GM says it will give us more time “Thanks GM, NOT). My delivering dealer said I could bring the care in for the trans filter at 7500 when i hit the # and not to bring it in way early. The great dealer is Les Stanford in Livonia, the bonehead dealer is in Traverse City. Now i worry some about the metal which the trans filter is supposed to take out. But since I am early on the list for a Z06 at Les Stanford and will sell my C8 it won’t make a difference to me.
I do admit that contrary to other commenters my local Chevy dealership treats Corvettes and owners way better than regular Chevy customers. They always put plastic on the seats and etc and don’t for regular cars and trucks. Also said nobody takes my Vette out for a test drive unless I’m in the car with them, not a problem. they call me I come over and we take it out if needed.
On the ‘in the car with them’:
Yup. That’s what I do too. If they have a problem with that, then I have a problem with them, and if they don’t cooperate, I’ll go somewhere else.
I do not require the dealer service department to include me in any test drives, but I do set the PDR to record – and – when I get the car back I review the PDR segments in their entirety. If there were ever a problem they’d certainly hear about it and I’d never go back. But I’m happy to say that any test drives they ever did were safe, appropriate, and respectful of my C8.
I agree with the previous commentator, but hadn’t linked the two thoughts before. My dealership in Eureka CA sold me my 2021 C8 at MSRP, (though it took 18 months to get delivery) and they have a great service department. I did like to hear the comments about being in the car during any test drive. Great idea and I will be doing so moving forward, thank you. My C8 has been trouble free and simply a joy to drive. Best car I’ve ever owned and look forward to many years of driving pleasure.
after reading this GM AUTHORITY site for several months i have concluded it is filled with trolls and is actually an anti-GM website
There are often some worthwhile comments, so kudos to those that post them. But you are right, there are more than the average number of trolls here. Personally, it annoys me. If someone has a negative comment I respect their opinion and right to post it – but for those that post nasty and vulgar comments just to strike a nerve and garner attention spoil it for the rest of us.
Trolls are everywhere but on this particular string I did not see anything vulgar or what I would call trolling. A couple of people had less than complimentary things to say about their experiences but they seemed honest and forthright. If you have a complaint does that make someone a troll? I certainly am not a GM hater.
You are correct Mike. This thread has been pretty reasoned with what appear to be honest objective comments. I was actually commenting on Jacks observation that was with respect to the overall GMA site in general. As such, my comments were referring to the overwhelming troll appearances on most other threads that appear on GMA.
My dealer charged $10,000 above MSRP for my 2020 vet and I never went back and never will. I deal with other GMC dealers or local shops.
I only deal with MSRP dealers. I don’t like the gougers fortunately it seems like GM is stepping on those guys for the Z06
In four months, I have put 7,500 miles on my 2022 Corvette. This is the best car I have ever owned or driven. A surprise to me came on one trip between Ft. Lauderdale and Marco Island FL, I gut 32.4 miles a gallon. On the many commuting trips I make, averaging 76 MPH, I typically get between 28 and 29 MPG. As far as performance…awesome. Sound system with a thumb drive…awesome. My Red Metallic mist is also an eye catcher. I did not get paid to write this commentary, but am more than happy to share my feelings after four months of ownership. First oil change comes tomorrow.
Whoa. Tell me about the thumb drive. How does it work?
They want me to have the air filter change and transmission flushing and its going to cost 1700 and thats alot of money i was only expecting the oil change and it just blew my minds of because i wasnt ready lol
Wow. That’s not the GM prescribed first service. I’m guessing this is not your first service ? Out of curiosity how many miles do you have on it and do you track it.
I am a new 2023 C8 owner. I bought this vette second hand at a dealership not Chevy. My maintenance signal came on but I have 28 % oil left. what’s weird is the car only has less than 1600 miles on it. Not sure what is going on, any ideas?