Chevrolet Camaro Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 404 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Chevrolet Camaro across 22 model years. The 2017 model year has the most (54). The words owners use most often: “manual transmission” (6% of reports).
- 404power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 13mention a crash
- 10mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $2,900typical repair cost reported by owners
- 31%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Manual transmission: mentioned in 25 of 404 complaints (6%)
- 2ND gear: mentioned in 24 of 404 complaints (6%)
- Torque converter: mentioned in 23 of 404 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the Chevrolet Camaro at $2,900, and half of them between $2,400 and $6,800.
Based on 9 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2011–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 204 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 404 complaints, 13 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 10 an injury.
Chevrolet Camaro power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Camaro | 2 | 13% | — |
| 2022 Camaro | 3 | 21% | 23,000 |
| 2021 Camaro | 10 | 50% | 40,213 |
| 2020 Camaro | 10 | 32% | 21,000 |
| 2019 Camaro | 20 | 38% | 5,000 |
| 2018 Camaro | 17 | 21% | 19,500 |
| 2017 Camaro | 54 | 29% | 20,000 |
| 2016 Camaro | 48 | 34% | 12,000 |
| 2015 Camaro | 19 | 9% | 29,250 |
| 2014 Camaro | 15 | 8% | 9,875 |
| 2013 Camaro | 16 | 9% | 9,307 |
| 2012 Camaro | 15 | 13% | 8,200 |
| 2011 Camaro | 18 | 9% | 16,000 |
| 2010 Camaro | 47 | 16% | 19,000 |
| 2002 Camaro | 7 | 10% | 10 |
| 2001 Camaro | 3 | 6% | — |
| 2000 Camaro | 16 | 21% | 13,900 |
| 1999 Camaro | 20 | 22% | 43,000 |
| 1998 Camaro | 15 | 9% | — |
| 1997 Camaro | 7 | 10% | — |
| 1996 Camaro | 19 | 16% | — |
| 1995 Camaro | 23 | 11% | 104,042 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022
Problem: 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.
Risk: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
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 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Model years: 2021
Problem: 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.
Risk: A separated axle shaft can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212331000.
Power train:clutch assembly
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch master cylinder may have been built with an incorrect retaining ring.
Risk: This may not allow the clutch system to disengage the clutch when the clutch pedal is depressed, resulting in unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distances, engine stalls, and difficulty in shifting.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch master cylinder with a new cylinder.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I experienced a known issue with my transmission with the MIL code P2812. The TSB PIP5799 which has to do with the Electrical fault in Transmission Control Solenoid Valve 7 (Line Pressure Solenoid). I took it to the dealership and left it there for a week only for them to be unable to figure out…
I experienced a known issue with my transmission with the MIL code P2812. The TSB PIP5799 which has to do with the Electrical fault in Transmission Control Solenoid Valve 7 (Line Pressure Solenoid).
Hard/Erratic shifting and feels like youâre driving over rumble strips. The day I purchased the car.
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels locked up and the vehicle stopped abruptly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle lost electric power and shut off. The vehicle was restarted. The contact attributed the…
I am writing to express my frustration and concern regarding the well documented transmission shudder issue affecting my 2018 Chevrolet Camaro LT. My vehicle currently has only 29,800 miles, yet it has begun experiencing the same symptoms described in Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 18-NA-355. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Camaros have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 404 owner complaints about power train for the Chevrolet Camaro. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Camaro power train?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the Chevrolet Camaro?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,900 (half paid between $2,400 and $6,800), from 9 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Chevrolet Camaro?
The most frequent phrase is “manual transmission”, in 25 of 404 complaints, followed by “2nd gear” (24).
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