2019 Chevrolet Camaro Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 28, 2026 · 53 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Camaro years
Fewer complaints than other years 17th of 23 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. That ranks 17th out of 23 Camaro model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (20 complaints, 38%), typically at around 5,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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2010 Camaro. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Nick Ares from Auburn, CA, United States, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 Chevrolet Camaro problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train20 · ~5,000 mi
Unknown or Other15 · ~15,950 mi
Electrical System7 · ~53,500 mi
Engine5 · ~12,000 mi
Steering5 · ~6,000 mi
Structure4
Service Brakes3 · ~8,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2
Air Bags1 · ~9,000 mi
Back Over Prevention1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2038%5,000——
Unknown or Other1528%15,950——
Electrical System713%53,500——
Engine59%12,000——
Steering59%6,000——
Structure48%———
Service Brakes36%8,000——
Fuel/propulsion System24%———
Air Bags12%9,000——
Back Over Prevention12%———
Electronic Stability Control (esc)12%———
Engine and Engine Cooling12%61,000——
Exterior Lighting12%———
Suspension12%30,000——
Vehicle Speed Control12%69,000——
Visibility12%———
Visibility/wiper12%———
Wheels12%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 14 complaints
2019: 4201942020: 3202032021: 2202122022: 5202252023: 9202392024: 5202452025: 112025112026: 14202614

n = 53 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 Chevrolet Camaro recalls (1)

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Air bags:frontalMar 25, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V211000 · 30 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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.

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 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The back glass is separating from each of the bottom and sides of the top. GM knows that this is a major problem and only covered the original owner but I bought the car with just over 50,000 miles on it and it was a [XXX] bought car and I bought it from a dealership in [XXX] and I noticed the top…

Structure · received Sep 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11767559

I am reporting a severe safety hazard involving my 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. The vehicle has suffered a total failure of its audio amplifier, resulting in a complete loss of all interior audio. This is not a convenience or entertainment issue. Because the amplifier controls all vehicle audio output…

Electrical System · received Jul 31, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11753986

The contact owns a Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle on the side of a residential road, she attempted to place the shift knob from Drive into Park. At that moment, the vehicle suddenly jolted and accelerated forward independently. The vehicle proceeded through a…

Power Train · received May 22, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11739611

I've submitted a safety complaint #11733895. I wanted to give an update regarding GM Goodwill Assistance, which is 10% of $10,000 transmission replacement per Chevrolet. This is a known documented transmission defect from GM manufacturing, it is a major safety issue, the car was sold to me with…

Power Train · received May 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736155

The vehicle is experiencing a severe and dangerous transmission defect that manifests as intense shuddering and vibrations followed by instances of random, unintended acceleration. Specifically, while operating the vehicle at various speeds, the transmission fails to engage properly, causing a…

Power Train · received Apr 26, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11733895

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro?

Owners most often report power train, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 20 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Camaro model years, the 2019 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.