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GM Stops Corvette Sales Because One Turn Signal Won’t Admit When It’s Broken

A software issue is keeping thousands of Corvettes off dealer lots, all due to a failure to detect a bad turn signal bulb.

Editorial Staff / 2026-04-03 / 1min

General Motors has suspended sales of its Corvette models due to a software issue that fails to recognize when a turn signal bulb is defective.

This malfunction has resulted in thousands of Corvettes being unavailable at dealerships, affecting overall inventory and potential sales.

The situation highlights the critical role of software reliability in automotive systems, particularly in safety-related features.

Updates

Update at 18:11 UTC on 2026-04-06

Jalopnik reported A software issue may prevent drivers from being alerted about malfunctioning turn signals.

Sources: Jalopnik