Chevrolet Camaro 2010–2015 problems by year and mileage
5th generation · GM Zeta II
NHTSA data through 18 October 20261,183 complaints, 896 with mileageMethod
Which year is yours? Tap it to see what breaks on it.
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 48,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 295
- Recalls naming this year
- 2
Most reported on the 2010
- Airbag system83 reports · median 51,000 mi
- Engine74 reports · median 72,000 mi
- Transmission and driveline47 reports · median 19,000 mi
Recall areas Electrical system — ignition · Electrical system — 12v/24v/48v battery
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 40,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 194
- Recalls naming this year
- 2
Most reported on the 2011
- Airbag system69 reports · median 48,000 mi
- Electrical system29 reports
- Engine28 reports
Recall areas Seats — front assembly · Electrical system — ignition
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 34,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 113
- Recalls naming this year
- 4
Most reported on the 2012
- Electrical system27 reports
- Engine26 reports
- Airbag system22 reports
Recall areas Seats — front assembly · Electrical system — ignition · Air bags
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 40,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 187
- Recalls naming this year
- 3
Most reported on the 2013
- Electrical system81 reports · median 54,000 mi
- Problems owners could not categorise26 reports
- Steering23 reports
Recall areas Air bags — frontal · Electrical system — ignition · Equipment — other
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The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 37,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 188
- Recalls naming this year
- 3
Most reported on the 2014
- Electrical system99 reports · median 46,000 mi
- Problems owners could not categorise40 reports
- Steering32 reports
Recall areas Steering · Electrical system — ignition · Equipment — other
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The 2015 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 38,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 206
- Recalls naming this year
- 1
Most reported on the 2015
- Electrical system111 reports · median 44,000 mi
- Problems owners could not categorise51 reports
- Engine25 reports
Recall areas Air bags — side/window
Check the VIN at NHTSA
Tiles: each year’s median failure mileage. Latest: the 2010; earliest: the 2012, and the 2010 is 2 years older (part of the gap is age).
The short answer
“Is the 2010–2015 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?”
- Median of reported failures
- 40,000 mi
- 90% of reports came by
- 96,000 mi
- Reports with mileage
- 896
- Recalls
- 9
Most reported
- Electrical system32.9% of complaints · median 47,000 mi
- Airbag system18.3% of complaints · median 47,000 mi
- Engine16.0% of complaints · median 55,000 mi
Documented problems
- Engine — 3.6L V6 Timing Chain2010–2011
- Engine — Oil Consumption (3.6L V6)2010–2015
- Ignition Switch / Key2010–2014
Owners filed 1,183 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010–2015 Chevrolet Camaro; the electrical system leads with 32.9% of them, and half of the 896 that record an odometer reading came by 40,000 miles — complaints, not a failure rate.
No single peak: the middle half runs 16,000 to 65,000 miles.
Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗
How many miles does a 2010–2015 Chevrolet Camaro last?
On the 2010–2015 Chevrolet Camaro, half of the 896 complaints that record an odometer reading were filed by 40,000 miles and 90% by 96,000 miles (why that is not a lifespan).
8 reports came in past 150,000 miles and 1 past 200,000 — each one proof that a Camaro reached that mileage, not that it failed there.
Figure 1 · Chevrolet Camaro 2010–2015 · 896 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
10,000-mile bins, 0 to 200,000 miles, linear scale; tallest bar 177 complaints
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 1 complaints (0.1%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 2,000
- 25%
- 16,000
- Median
- 40,000
- 75%
- 65,000
- 90%
- 96,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–10,000 | 177 | 19.8% |
| 10,000–20,000 | 79 | 8.8% |
| 20,000–30,000 | 80 | 8.9% |
| 30,000–40,000 | 99 | 11.0% |
| 40,000–50,000 | 98 | 10.9% |
| 50,000–60,000 | 95 | 10.6% |
| 60,000–70,000 | 66 | 7.4% |
| 70,000–80,000 | 61 | 6.8% |
| 80,000–90,000 | 33 | 3.7% |
| 90,000–100,000 | 31 | 3.5% |
| 100,000–110,000 | 24 | 2.7% |
| 110,000–120,000 | 19 | 2.1% |
| 120,000–130,000 | 13 | 1.5% |
| 130,000–140,000 | 6 | 0.7% |
| 140,000–150,000 | 7 | 0.8% |
| 150,000–160,000 | 4 | 0.4% |
| 160,000–170,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 180,000–190,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 190,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 200,000+ | 1 | 0.1% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
Common Camaro problems, and when they happen
Figure 2 · Chevrolet Camaro 2010–2015
When each system fails
Bar: middle half of reports · notch: median · proportional (log) scale (how to read it)
- Brakes52 reportsmedian 14,000middle half 4,000–34,000
- Transmission and driveline130 reportsmedian 16,000middle half 5,000–45,000
- Steering107 reportsmedian 27,000middle half 11,000–51,000
- Electrical system389 reportsmedian 47,000middle half 26,000–65,000
- Airbag system217 reportsmedian 47,000middle half 26,000–65,000
- Problems owners could not categorise155 reportsmedian 52,000middle half 37,000–72,000
- Engine189 reportsmedian 55,000middle half 27,000–78,000
- Your odometer, once entered below
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first.
All systems in a table
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 389 | 32.9% | 47,000 | 26,000–65,000 |
| Airbag system | 217 | 18.3% | 47,000 | 26,000–65,000 |
| Engine | 189 | 16.0% | 55,000 | 27,000–78,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 155 | 13.1% | 52,000 | 37,000–72,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 130 | 11.0% | 16,000 | 5,000–45,000 |
| Steering | 107 | 9.0% | 27,000 | 11,000–51,000 |
| Brakes | 52 | 4.4% | 14,000 | 4,000–34,000 |
| Exterior lighting | 50 | 4.2% | 60,000 | 36,000–79,000 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 42 | 3.6% | 40,000 | 9,500–68,000 |
| Body structure | 40 | 3.4% | 14,000 | 4,500–38,000 |
Known problems with the 2010–2015 Camaro
Engine — 3.6L V6 Timing Chain 2010–2011
Premature timing chain wear/stretch on the direct-injection 3.6L. The mechanism is a feedback loop: elevated oil consumption drops oil pressure to the hydraulic chain tensioners, the chain goes slack, stretches and can skip teeth. Symptoms begin with a cold-start rattle, then rough idle, power loss and cam/crank correlation codes.
Engine — Oil Consumption (3.6L V6) 2010–2015
Above-average oil consumption on the GM 3.6L, traced to PCV system faults and worn piston rings; directly aggravates the timing chain failure mode above.
Ignition Switch / Key 2010–2014
GM recalled 2010-2014 Camaros because a driver's knee can contact the key fob and rotate the ignition switch out of RUN, cutting engine power, power steering and power braking and disabling airbag deployment. Remedy changed the key from a slotted to a hole-type design so the fob hangs closer to the steering column.
Before you buy a 2010–2015 Camaro: the 3-minute check
Generated from 896 mileage-tagged complaints, 9 recall campaigns, 3 documented problem areas.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 9 campaigns cover this generation.
- Check engine — 3.6L V6 timing chain on 2010–2011 (LLT) most heavily reported; carries into early LFX cars. What each looks like: Known problems.
- Check engine — oil consumption (3.6L V6) on 2010–2015 cars.
- Check ignition switch / key on 2010–2014 cars.
- End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car.
Camaro problems by mileage: where your car sits
Type your odometer, or read the table.
| System | Middle half of reports, mi | At 60k mi70% below | At 90k mi88% below | At 120k mi96% below | At 150k mi99% below | At 200k mi100% below |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 26,000–65,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Airbag system | 26,000–65,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Engine | 27,000–78,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 37,000–72,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Transmission and driveline | 5,000–45,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Steering | 11,000–51,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Brakes | 4,000–34,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
Figure 3 · Chevrolet Camaro 2010–2015 · 896 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Steps at bin edges (how to read it)
- 60,000 mi — 70% of reports below
- 90,000 mi — 88% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 96% of reports below
- 150,000 mi — 99% of reports below
- 200,000 mi — 100% of reports below
- Median (the 50% line)
- Your odometer, once entered
Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
2010–2015 Chevrolet Camaro recalls (9)
NHTSA records 9 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation (what a recall is).
The campaigns cluster around the airbag system (4), the electrical system (2), seats (1) (why one area can repeat).
Jul 2023 · 2013 · Air BagsAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting…
The defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.
What can happen. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
Oct 2015 · 2015 · Air BagsIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its…
What can happen. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal…
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300…
Jul 2014 · 2011–2012 · SeatsIf the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers'…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger…
What can happen. If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on…
Jul 2014 · 2014 · SteeringIf any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm…
What can happen. If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at…
Jun 2014 · 2010–2014 · Electrical SystemIf the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 3, 2008 to May 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the…
What can happen. If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could…
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and provide two new keys and two key rings per key. The recall began August 25…
Jun 2014 · 2012 · Air BagsIf the bar and terminals are contacting each other at the time of a crash necessitating deployment of the…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured December 2, 2011 to July, 16, 2012, Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured December 7, 2011 to July 25, 2012, Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured December 5, 2011…
What can happen. If the bar and terminals are contacting each other at the time of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, that air bag will not deploy, increasing the driver's risk of…
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel air bag coil, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact GM at 1-800-222-1020. Buick owners may…
Sep 2013 · 2013–2014 · EquipmentIf the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned…
The defect. General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes manufactured June 9, 2013, through September 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the required air bag warning label on the sun visor may peel off. Thus, these vehicles…
What can happen. If the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned of the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and instruct owners how to inspect the visor sticker. As necessary, dealers will replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2013. Owners may contact…
Jan 2013 · 2012 · Air BagsIf the bar and terminals are contacting each other at the time of a crash necessitating deployment of the…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Camaro, Cruze and Sonic, and model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles. The driver side frontal air bag has a shorting bar which may intermittently contact the air bag terminals.
What can happen. If the bar and terminals are contacting each other at the time of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, that air bag will not deploy, increasing the driver's risk of…
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel air bag coil, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 13, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
May 2009 · 2010 · Electrical SystemA short could result in a no start condition, cause the vehicle to stall without the ability to restart, or…
The defect. Gm is recalling 1,243 my 2010 Chevrolet Camaro equipped with a v8 engine. The positive battery cable may contact the starter motor housing and cause wear on the cable insulation. If the insulation wears through to the cable, it could create a short.
What can happen. A short could result in a no start condition, cause the vehicle to stall without the ability to restart, or result in an engine compartment fire.
The free fix. Dealers will reroute the positive battery cable to ensure adequate clearance. The recall began on may 6, 2009. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at www.Gmownercenter.Com.
Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported
Out of 1,183 complaints against this generation, owners also reported:
- Crashes
- 86 (7.3%)
- Fires
- 14
- Injury reports
- 62
- Fatality reports
- 4
Camaro problems by model year
The 2010 drew the most complaints of this generation, 295, most of them about the airbag system, and the 2012 the fewest, 113. A typical year drew about 191.
| Year | Complaints | With mileage | Median miles | Most reported | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 295 | 247 | 48,000 | Airbag system (83) | 2 |
| 2011 | 194 | 146 | 40,000 | Airbag system (69) | 2 |
| 2012 | 113 | 83 | 34,000 | Electrical system (27) | 4 |
| 2013 | 187 | 145 | 40,000 | Electrical system (81) | 3 |
| 2014 | 188 | 130 | 37,000 | Electrical system (99) | 3 |
| 2015 | 206 | 145 | 38,000 | Electrical system (111) | 1 |
What Camaro owners reported
The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the engine seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to…
2012 · 185,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the engine shut off without warning. The vehicle failed to restart as intended, leaving the driver stranded in the middle of the road. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. A police officer noticed that the contact was in…
2011 · 144,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while the gear shifter was shifted to park(P), the key could only be turned halfway and became stuck. Due to the failure, the vehicle failed to shut off. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the gear shifter…
2015 · 13,000 miles · Transmission and driveline
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 37 MPH and approaching a curve in the road, the “Service Power Steering” warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel seized. The contact used an excessive amount of force to steer the vehicle and drove to a nearby parking lot. After…
2013 · 46,000 miles · Steering
Built from 896 NHTSA complaints with mileage · snapshot 2026-10-20 · open data · how it is built
Other Camaro generations
- Camaro 1993–2002 161 reports with mileage, most about the hydraulic brake circuit
- Camaro 2016–2024 248 reports with mileage, most about the transmission and driveline