Chevrolet Camaro 2016–2024 problems by year and mileage
6th generation · GM Alpha
NHTSA data through 18 October 2026548 complaints, 248 with mileageMethod
Which year is yours? Tap it to see what breaks on it.
- 201620kmedian
- 201722k†median
- 201821k†median
- 2019—too few
- 2020—too few
- 2021—too few
- 2022—too few
- 2023—too few
- 2024—too few
The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 20,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 141
- Recalls naming this year
- 1
Most reported on the 2016
- Transmission and driveline48 reports · median 12,000 mi
- Electrical system31 reports
- Engine22 reports
Recall areas Electrical system — software
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 22,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 189
- Recalls naming this year
- 3
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2017
- Steering58 reports
- Transmission and driveline54 reports
- Electrical system25 reports
Recall areas Steering — electric power assist system · Air bags — frontal
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- 21,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 81
- Recalls naming this year
- 2
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2018
- Electrical system20 reports
- Steering18 reports
- Transmission and driveline17 reports
Recall areas Steering — electric power assist system · Air bags — frontal
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2019 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 53
- Recalls naming this year
- 1
Most reported on the 2019
- Transmission and driveline20 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise15 reports
- Electrical system7 reports
Recall areas Air bags — frontal
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The 2020 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 31
- Recalls naming this year
- 3
Most reported on the 2020
- Transmission and driveline10 reports
- Electrical system6 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise5 reports
Recall areas Power train — automatic transmission · Air bags — frontal · Fuel system, gasoline — delivery
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 20
- Recalls naming this year
- 4
Most reported on the 2021
- Transmission and driveline10 reports
- Electrical system3 reports
- Engine3 reports
Recall areas Power train — automatic transmission · Air bags — frontal · Power train — axle assembly
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2022 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 14
- Recalls naming this year
- 1
Most reported on the 2022
- Engine4 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise4 reports
- Transmission and driveline3 reports
Recall areas Power train — automatic transmission
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 15
- Recalls naming this year
- 0
Most reported on the 2023
- Engine6 reports
- Electrical system5 reports
- Fuel and propulsion system4 reports
The 2024 Chevrolet Camaro
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 4
- Recalls naming this year
- 0
Most reported on the 2024
- Engine3 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise1 report
Tiles: each year’s median failure mileage. † Median likely runs low (complaints filed after 2020). Latest: the 2017; earliest: the 2016, and the 2016 is 1 year older (part of the gap is age). 6 of these years carry fewer than 30 reports with an odometer reading and show no median at all, rather than one computed from a handful.
The short answer
“Is the 2016–2024 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?”
- Median of reported failures
- 21,000 mi
- 90% of reports came by
- 69,000 mi
- Reports with mileage
- 248
- Recalls
- 8
At least 40% of this generation’s complaints came after 2020, so its median likely runs low (why).
Most reported
- Transmission and driveline29.9% of complaints · median 20,000 mi
- Steering18.8% of complaints · median 27,000 mi
- Electrical system17.7% of complaints · median 28,000 mi
Documented problems
Owners filed 548 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016–2024 Chevrolet Camaro; the transmission and driveline leads with 29.9% of them, and half of the 248 that record an odometer reading came by 21,000 miles — complaints, not a failure rate.
35% of complaints that record mileage fall within the first 12,000 miles, against 2.0 reports per 1,000 miles between 20,000 and 80,000. On a generation this new that is expected: few examples have been driven further yet, so the timing says little about design or wear so far.
Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗
How many miles does a 2016–2024 Chevrolet Camaro last?
The newest model years (2024) are too young to have reached high mileage; most reports with an odometer reading come from the earlier years of the generation.
On the 2016–2024 Chevrolet Camaro, half of the 248 complaints that record an odometer reading were filed by 21,000 miles and 90% by 69,000 miles (why that is not a lifespan).
1 report came in past 150,000 miles — each one proof that a Camaro reached that mileage, not that it failed there.
Figure 1 · Chevrolet Camaro 2016–2024 · 248 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
20,000-mile bins, 0 to 200,000 miles, linear scale; tallest bar 113 complaints
- First 12,000 miles — 35% of all failures
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 10%
- 1,000
- 25%
- 8,000
- Median
- 21,000
- 75%
- 43,000
- 90%
- 69,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–20,000 | 113 | 45.6% |
| 20,000–40,000 | 66 | 26.6% |
| 40,000–60,000 | 36 | 14.5% |
| 60,000–80,000 | 18 | 7.3% |
| 80,000–100,000 | 5 | 2.0% |
| 100,000–120,000 | 6 | 2.4% |
| 120,000–140,000 | 3 | 1.2% |
| 180,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.4% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
Common Camaro problems, and when they happen
Figure 2 · Chevrolet Camaro 2016–2024
When each system fails
Bar: middle half of reports · notch: median · proportional (log) scale (how to read it)
- Visibility/wiper28 reportsmedian 4,000middle half 1,000–13,000
- Transmission and driveline164 reportsmedian 20,000middle half 5,000–32,000
- Problems owners could not categorise81 reportsmedian 22,000middle half 5,000–34,000
- Engine87 reportsmedian 22,000middle half 1,000–49,000
- Airbag system28 reportsmedian 24,000middle half 9,000–50,000
- Steering103 reportsmedian 27,000middle half 14,000–53,000
- Electrical system97 reportsmedian 28,000middle half 3,000–49,000
- Your odometer, once entered below
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first.
All systems in a table
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission and driveline | 164 | 29.9% | 20,000 | 5,000–32,000 |
| Steering | 103 | 18.8% | 27,000 | 14,000–53,000 |
| Electrical system | 97 | 17.7% | 28,000 | 3,000–49,000 |
| Engine | 87 | 15.9% | 22,000 | 1,000–49,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 81 | 14.8% | 22,000 | 5,000–34,000 |
| Airbag system | 28 | 5.1% | 24,000 | 9,000–50,000 |
| Visibility/wiper | 28 | 5.1% | 4,000 | 1,000–13,000 |
| Brakes | 26 | 4.7% | 18,000 | 7,000–33,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 22 | 4.0% | — | — |
| Body structure | 21 | 3.8% | — | — |
Known problems with the 2016–2024 Camaro
Transmission — 8L45/8L90 Torque Converter Clutch Shudder 2016–2019
Slip-stick shudder from the torque converter clutch, felt as a vibration under light throttle at highway speed. GM determined the original factory-fill ATF was hygroscopic — it absorbed moisture from the air, changing the fluid's friction properties and glazing the TCC friction material. TSB 18-NA-355 prescribes a complete fluid exchange to the reformulated Mobil 1 Synthetic LV ATF HP (blue label) rather than converter replacement; if left unserviced the friction material burnishes and the torque converter must be replaced. Subject of multiple class actions.
Before you buy a 2016–2024 Camaro: the 3-minute check
Generated from 248 mileage-tagged complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 1 documented problem area.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 8 campaigns cover this generation.
- Check transmission — 8L45/8L90 torque converter clutch shudder on 2016–2019 most heavily documented; unit used through 2024 cars. What it looks like: Known problems.
- Years differ here: from 4 to 189 complaints a year — compare them by model year.
- 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 mi87% below | At 90k mi96% below | At 120k mi98% below | At 150k mi100% below | At 200k mi100% below |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission and driveline | 5,000–32,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Steering | 14,000–53,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Electrical system | 3,000–49,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Engine | 1,000–49,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 5,000–34,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Airbag system | 9,000–50,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Visibility/wiper | 1,000–13,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
Figure 3 · Chevrolet Camaro 2016–2024 · 248 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Steps at bin edges (how to read it)
- 60,000 mi — 87% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 98% of reports below
- 200,000 mi — 100% of reports below
- Median (the 50% line)
- Your odometer, once entered
Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
2016–2024 Chevrolet Camaro recalls (8)
NHTSA records 8 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation (what a recall is).
The campaigns cluster around the steering (2), the transmission and driveline (2), the airbag system (1) (why one area can repeat).
Mar 2025 · 2017–2018 · SteeringA loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the…
The defect. 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.
What can happen. A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. 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…
Mar 2025 · 2020–2022 · Power TrainWheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.
What can happen. Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at…
Mar 2021 · 2017–2021 · Air BagsIn the event of a crash, plastic pieces of emblem may act as projectiles from deployment of the driver air…
The defect. 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.
What can happen. 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.
The free fix. 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…
Mar 2021 · 2021 · Power TrainA separated axle shaft can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The left or right axle shaft may be missing a retaining ring, which could allow the axle shaft to separate while driving.
What can happen. A separated axle shaft can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right axle shaft as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at…
Dec 2020 · 2021 · Seat BeltsIf a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an…
The defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500…
What can happen. If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer…
Nov 2019 · 2020 · Fuel System, GasolineOver-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for…
What can happen. Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer…
Feb 2019 · 2017 · SteeringLoss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may…
The defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
What can happen. Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.
Feb 2016 · 2016 · Electrical SystemAn unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
The defect. Genera Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, Malibu, Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles. The radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ignition and the door is opened or when…
What can happen. An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
The free fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer…
Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported
Out of 548 complaints against this generation, owners also reported:
- Crashes
- 37 (6.8%)
- Fires
- 9
- Injury reports
- 19
- Fatality reports
- 0
Camaro problems by model year
The 2017 drew the most complaints of this generation, 189, most of them about the steering, and the 2021 the fewest among the 6 years with at least 20 complaints, 20. A typical year drew about 67.
That makes the 2017 stand out at roughly 2.8 times a typical year (what a yearly count can and cannot say).
| Year | Complaints | With mileage | Median miles | Most reported | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 141 | 84 | 20,000 | Transmission and driveline (48) | 1 |
| 2017 | 189 | 97 | 22,000† | Steering (58) | 3 |
| 2018 | 81 | 34 | 21,000† | Electrical system (20) | 2 |
| 2019 | 53 | 14 | under 30 reports | Transmission and driveline (20) | 1 |
| 2020 | 31 | 13 | under 30 reports | Transmission and driveline (10) | 3 |
| 2021 | 20 | 5 | under 30 reports | Transmission and driveline (10) | 4 |
| 2022 | 14 | 1 | under 30 reports | Engine (4) | 1 |
| 2023 | 15 | 0 | under 30 reports | Engine (6) | 0 |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | under 30 reports | Engine (3) | 0 |
What Camaro owners reported
The contact owns 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal and attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The service power steering warning light was illuminated. There was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle…
2018 · 38,000 miles · Steering
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the rear glass attached to the cloth convertible top had become unsecured and the contact was concerned that the rear glass may separate from the convertible top. The contact stated that the rear glass panel was attached to the cloth convertible top…
2018 · 9,000 miles · Visibility equipment
The contact owned a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost steering functionality, preventing the contact from steering from side to side. Additionally, the message "Service Power Steering Assist" was displayed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign…
2018 · 14,000 miles · Steering
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift to park(P) as intended, requiring the driver to shift into reverse(R) and then into park(P). There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was due to a faulty switch. The contact related the…
2022 · 23,000 miles · Transmission and driveline
Built from 248 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 2010–2015 896 reports with mileage, most about the electrical system