Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2018 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 ↗Loss of Power Steering Assist
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
- Consequence
- A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
Steering Wheel Emblem May Separate
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic "Camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, plastic pieces of emblem may act as projectiles from deployment of the driver air bag can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.
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Owner complaints (81)
81 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 81 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 24.7% |
| Steering | 18 | 22.2% |
| Power train | 17 | 21% |
| Engine | 15 | 18.5% |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 12.3% |
| Structure | 6 | 7.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 6.2% |
| Air bags | 4 | 4.9% |
| Electronic stability control | 4 | 4.9% |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 4.9% |
How 2018 compares with other Camaro years
Best and worst Camaro years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 188 | 3 |
| 2015 | 206 | 1 |
| 2016 | 141 | 1 |
| 2017 | 189 | 3 |
| 2018 | 81 | 2 |
| 2019 | 53 | 1 |
| 2020 | 31 | 3 |
| 2021 | 20 | 4 |
| 2022 | 14 | 1 |
| 2023 | 15 | 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.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Chevrolet Camaro 2 dr rwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 354 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | $3,300 | 354 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 29 / 23 | $2,900 | 396 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 30 / 23 | $3,550 | 379 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 27 / 20 | $4,100 | 442 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 28 / 20 | $3,350 | 437 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $4,350 | 457 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $5,150 | 559 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 21 / 15 | $5,500 | 582 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 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.
Where to next
2018 Chevrolet Camaro FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 25V175000 (steering), 21V211000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Chevrolet Camaro problems?
Owners filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (20), Steering (18), Power train (17) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 22 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro 2 dr rwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (8.3% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 Camaro compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 Chevrolet Camaro model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (20) and the 2015 the most (206). The 2018 drew 81. 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.