Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY:PIPE:FILLER:NECK
- Summary
- THE FUEL FILLER NECK SOLDER JOINT CAN DEVELOP CRACKS OR PIN HOLE LEAKS, WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE CRACKS AND HOLES CAN ALLOW FUEL VAPOR AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
- Consequence
- CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: GASOLINE VAPORS AND FUEL LEAKS CAN RESULT IN A FIRE IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE THOSE WHICH EXHIBIT THE CRACKS OR PIN HOLE LEAKS.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:FRONT BUCKET SEAT LATCH
- Summary
- THE FRONT SEAT UPPER HINGE COVER SCREWS ARE TOO LONG, AND INTERFERE WITH THE SEAT BACK INERTIA LOCK. THIS PREVENTS THE SEAT BACK FROM LOCKING PROPERLY.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOP OR VEHICLE IMPACT, ANUNLOCKED SEAT BACK WOULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE SCREWS SECURING UPPER HINGE TRIM COVER WITH CORRECT LENGTH SCREWS.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS AN
- Summary
- THE METAL LATCHPLATES MAY NOT ENGAGE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES, CAUSING A "NO LATCH" CONDITION. MOVEMENT OF THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE LATCHPLATE RELEASE FROM THE BUCKLE.
- Consequence
- UNBELTED OR INCORRECTLY BELTED SEAT OCCUPANTS ARESUBJECTED TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY FOR THE SAFETY BELT (FRONT AND REAR IN COUPES AND FRONT ONLY IN CONVERTIBLES).
VISUAL SYSTEMS:GLASS:WINDSHIELD
- Summary
- POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD GLASS AND THE MOUNTING, WHICH COULD ALLOW THE WINDSHIELD TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A COLLISION. THIS FAILS TO CONFORM WITH FMVSS 212.
- Consequence
- IF WINDSHIELD SEPARATION OCCURS IN A COLLISION, ANUNBELTED OCCUPANT COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE, AND PERSONAL INJURY COULDOCCUR.
- Remedy
- REMOVE ALL SEALER FROM WINDSHIELD AND MOUNTING; APPLY NEW BONDING AND SEALANT MATERIAL, AND REINSTALL WINDSHIELD.
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Owner complaints (86)
86 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 86 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 31 | 36% |
| Air bags | 19 | 22.1% |
| Electrical system | 13 | 15.1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 8 | 9.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 7% |
| Structure | 4 | 4.7% |
| Power train | 3 | 3.5% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 3.5% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 3.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 2.3% |
How 1991 compares with other Camaro years
Best and worst Camaro years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 28 | 1 |
| 1988 | 17 | 2 |
| 1989 | 25 | 3 |
| 1990 | 25 | 2 |
| 1991 | 86 | 4 |
| 1992 | 88 | 2 |
| 1993 | 32 | 0 |
| 1994 | 144 | 1 |
| 1995 | 216 | 1 |
| 1996 | 116 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 468 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | $4,850 | 523 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1991 Camaro for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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1991 Chevrolet Camaro FAQ
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 94V077000 (fuel system), 91V074000 (seat), 91V067000 (seat belt), 91V031000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1991 Chevrolet Camaro problems?
Owners filed 86 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel system (31), Air bags (19), Electrical system (13) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA rates the 3.1 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 16 city, 25 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1991 Camaro compare with other years?
Among the 1987–1996 Chevrolet Camaro model years at least five years old, the 1988 drew the fewest complaints (17) and the 1995 the most (216). The 1991 drew 86. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.