Based on CarVitals reliability verdicts, the Chevrolet Camaro years to approach with the most caution are 2010 and 2017. The strongest years in our data are 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Below is every model year we cover (2010–2024), ranked, with the owner-reported problems behind each call.
| Year | Verdict | Score | Top owner-reported problems | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Recommended | 7 | No major patterns recorded | Full report ↗ |
| 2023 | Recommended | 7 | No major patterns recorded | Full report ↗ |
| 2022 | Recommended | 7 | No major patterns recorded | Full report ↗ |
| 2021 | Recommended | 7 | No major patterns recorded | Full report ↗ |
| 2020 | Caution | 6 | 31 NHTSA complaints on file | Full report ↗ |
| 2015 | Caution | 6 | MyLink radio/infotainment head unit (which controls much of the electrical system) randomly powers off or makes popping noises, taking the audio, climate, chimes and warning alerts with it; ignition key can also stick (recall). | Full report ↗ |
| 2014 | Caution | 6 | MyLink radio/infotainment head unit (which controls much of the electrical system) randomly powers off or makes popping noises, taking the audio, climate, chimes and warning alerts with it; ignition key can also stick (recall). | Full report ↗ |
| 2013 | Caution | 6 | MyLink radio/infotainment head unit (which controls much of the electrical system) randomly powers off or makes popping noises, taking the audio, climate, chimes and warning alerts with it; ignition key can also stick (recall).; Passenger-airbag occupant-detection sensor falsely shows the front airbag as OFF (or toggles on and off), with reports of cracking in the passenger dash near the airbag; early cars also fall under the Takata inflator recall. | Full report ↗ |
| 2019 | Caution | 5 | Intermittent loss of electric power-steering assist with a 'Power Steering Reduced / drive carefully' warning, sometimes accompanied by a momentary electrical power loss while driving; steering becomes heavy and hard to turn.; 8-speed automatic transmission shudder, vibration and harsh shifting at roughly 40-80 mph, traced to the torque converter / transmission fluid (dealer TSB 18-NA-355); some cars needed transmission replacement. | Full report ↗ |
| 2018 | Caution | 5 | Intermittent loss of electric power-steering assist with a 'Power Steering Reduced / drive carefully' warning, sometimes accompanied by a momentary electrical power loss while driving; steering becomes heavy and hard to turn.; 8-speed automatic transmission shudder, vibration and harsh shifting at roughly 40-80 mph, traced to the torque converter / transmission fluid (dealer TSB 18-NA-355); some cars needed transmission replacement. | Full report ↗ |
| 2016 | Caution | 5 | Intermittent loss of electric power-steering assist with a 'Power Steering Reduced / drive carefully' warning, sometimes accompanied by a momentary electrical power loss while driving; steering becomes heavy and hard to turn.; 8-speed automatic transmission shudder, vibration and harsh shifting at roughly 40-80 mph, traced to the torque converter / transmission fluid (dealer TSB 18-NA-355); some cars needed transmission replacement. | Full report ↗ |
| 2012 | Caution | 5 | 3.6L V6 (LLT/LFX) timing-chain and camshaft-actuator wear plus high oil consumption; early-build engines also reported sudden internal failure with little warning.; Passenger-airbag occupant-detection sensor falsely shows the front airbag as OFF (or toggles on and off), with reports of cracking in the passenger dash near the airbag; early cars also fall under the Takata inflator recall. | Full report ↗ |
| 2011 | Caution | 5 | 3.6L V6 (LLT/LFX) timing-chain and camshaft-actuator wear plus high oil consumption; early-build engines also reported sudden internal failure with little warning.; Passenger-airbag occupant-detection sensor falsely shows the front airbag as OFF (or toggles on and off), with reports of cracking in the passenger dash near the airbag; early cars also fall under the Takata inflator recall. | Full report ↗ |
| 2017 | Avoid | 4 | Intermittent loss of electric power-steering assist with a 'Power Steering Reduced / drive carefully' warning, sometimes accompanied by a momentary electrical power loss while driving; steering becomes heavy and hard to turn.; 8-speed automatic transmission shudder, vibration and harsh shifting at roughly 40-80 mph, traced to the torque converter / transmission fluid (dealer TSB 18-NA-355); some cars needed transmission replacement. | Full report ↗ |
| 2010 | Avoid | 4 | 3.6L V6 (LLT/LFX) timing-chain and camshaft-actuator wear plus high oil consumption; early-build engines also reported sudden internal failure with little warning.; Passenger-airbag occupant-detection sensor falsely shows the front airbag as OFF (or toggles on and off), with reports of cracking in the passenger dash near the airbag; early cars also fall under the Takata inflator recall. | Full report ↗ |
Final-year sixth-gen Camaro: the early 8-speed shudder and power-steering complaints are long resolved, complaint volume is low, and it pairs sharp Alpha-platform handling with strong V6/V8 value. Knocks are poor visibility, a tiny rear seat and small trunk, and that it is the last model year.
Mature, well-sorted sixth-gen Camaro with very few complaints; excellent handling and a strong engine range. The only real drawbacks are practicality: bad outward visibility, a cramped back seat and a small trunk.
Refined late sixth-gen Camaro: low complaint volume, settled transmissions, and a great driving experience. Visibility, rear-seat room and cargo space remain the lone weak points.
One of the best used Camaros: the sixth-gen's early transmission and steering bugs are behind it, reliability complaints are minimal, and it drives brilliantly. Packaging compromises (visibility, rear seat, trunk) are the only caveat.
Improved sixth-gen with the early 8-speed shudder and power-steering issues largely addressed and modest complaint volume; thrilling to drive but cramped and hard to see out of.
Sixth-gen Camaro flagged for below-average predicted reliability with lingering 8-speed shudder and electric-steering complaints. Fun and fast, but verify the transmission and steering service history before buying.
Sixth-gen still working through 8-speed automatic shudder and intermittent power-steering-assist loss. Sharp handling and strong engines, but inspect the transmission and steering before buying.
Worst sixth-gen year for complaints: heavy 8-speed transmission shudder and electric-power-steering loss-of-assist reports. Thrilling to drive but a higher-risk used pick unless the service history is clean.
Sixth-gen launch year: 8-speed transmission shudder, power-steering faults and a fuel-pump recall. The new Alpha platform drives superbly, but early-build bugs make a well-documented example essential.
Last fifth-gen year and the most mechanically matured; the main gripe is MyLink radio/electrical gremlins, plus the usual poor visibility and small cabin. A characterful, solid V6 or V8 cruiser otherwise.
Settled fifth-gen Camaro whose recurring complaint is MyLink radio/electrical shutoffs; strong V8 SS value, though visibility and back-seat space are poor.
Fifth-gen Camaro that is mechanically sorted but plagued by MyLink radio/electrical shutdowns; good V8 SS value, with the familiar poor visibility and cramped packaging.
Fifth-gen with the new LFX V6; still some V6 oil-consumption and airbag occupant-sensor complaints. An enjoyable rear-drive cruiser with the usual visibility and packaging compromises.
Early fifth-gen: airbag occupant-sensor warnings and 3.6L V6 oil-consumption/timing complaints persist from launch. Good value used, but verify engine health.
Fifth-gen launch year and the most-complained Camaro: 3.6L V6 timing/engine-failure and airbag occupant-sensor issues dominate. Characterful and cheap now, but a higher-risk first-year build.
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