Chevrolet Camaro complaints by model year
3,169 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2020 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | 53 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 81 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 2017 | 189 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | 141 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 | 206 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | 188 | 10 | 4 | 3 |
| 2013 | 187 | 20 | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | 113 | 10 | 4 | 4 |
| 2011 | 194 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 | 295 | 19 | 3 | 2 |
| 2002 | 68 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2001 | 48 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | 76 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 90 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | 173 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| 1997 | 69 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| 1996 | 116 | 23 | 6 | 0 |
| 1995 | 216 | 39 | 22 | 1 |
| 1994 | 144 | 21 | 19 | 1 |
| 1993 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | 88 | 14 | 3 | 2 |
| 1991 | 86 | 11 | 1 | 4 |
| 1990 | 25 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1989 | 25 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 1988 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1987 | 28 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1986 | 32 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 1985 | 46 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 1984 | 39 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 1983 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1982 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2015–2024. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 111 | 31 | 25 | 20 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 19 | 48 | 54 | 17 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 51 | 19 | 22 | 10 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 17 | 22 | 58 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 25 | 22 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| Air bags | 14 | 4 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 9 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chevrolet Camaro recalls (41)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Camaro model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V175000 | Mar 20, 2025 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2017, 2018 | 43% |
| 25V148000 | Mar 6, 2025 | Transmission Damage May Cause Wheel Lock-Up | 2020, 2021, 2022 | 68.6% |
| 23V516000 | Jul 27, 2023 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2013 | 44.4% |
| 21V211000 | Mar 25, 2021 | Steering Wheel Emblem May Separate | 2017–2021 | 90% |
| 21V188000 | Mar 18, 2021 | Axle Shaft Missing Retaining Ring | 2021 | 100% |
| 20V811000 | Dec 23, 2020 | Incorrect Bolts Used To Attach Seat Belts | 2021 | 93.8% |
| 19V837000 | Nov 21, 2019 | Fuel Pump Missing Pressure Regulator | 2020 | 96.2% |
| 19V086000 | Feb 7, 2019 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2017 | 84.6% |
| 16V084000 | Feb 11, 2016 | Intermittent Failure of Audio Warning System | 2016 | 97.7% |
| 15V666000 | Oct 16, 2015 | Side Impact Air Bag Modules may Rupture | 2015 | 86.6% |
| 14V447000 | Jul 23, 2014 | Seat Height Adjuster Bolt may Fall out | 2011, 2012 | 75.5% |
| 14V409000 | Jul 2, 2014 | Improperly Torqued Steering Component Fasteners | 2014 | 98.1% |
| 14V346000 | Jun 20, 2014 | Knee Contact may Turn Ignition Switch Off | 2010–2014 | 48.1% |
| 14V300000 | Jun 6, 2014 | Driver Side Frontal Air Bag May Not Deploy | 2012 | 81.7% |
| 13V463000 | Sep 26, 2013 | Air Bag Warning Label May Detach from Sun Visor | 2013, 2014 | 86.9% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
| 2012 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 2 dr rwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Chevrolet Camaro FAQ
How many recalls has the Chevrolet Camaro had?
NHTSA lists 41 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chevrolet Camaro model year from 1981 to 2024. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Chevrolet Camaro year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2010 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (295) and the 2021 the fewest (20). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Chevrolet Camaro problems?
Across the 2015–2024 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, power train, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA rates the 2024 Chevrolet Camaro at 16 to 22 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.