Verdict
2016 Chevrolet Camaro: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most coupe.
Owners filed 138 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 95% of 2016 coupes. Power Train leads the reports (31%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2016 coupes, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
138
Reports to NHTSA, 2016
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
21.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 95% of 2016 coupes
The bar is this car's percentile among 2016 coupes by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (31% of 138 reports), followed by electrical system (17%).
+ 8 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 138 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11728973, ODI 11704738, ODI 11696861, ODI 11664387, ODI 11632080.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Electrical SystemNov 2016 · 16V084000Details +Close −
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 the driver does not fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection", and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: 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 service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15808.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2016 Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
2016 Chevrolet Camaro C RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camaro | 2.0L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 31 | 25 |
| Camaro | 2.0L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 21 | 29 | 24 |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 28 | 22 |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 18 | 27 | 21 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 17 | 28 | 20 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 | 25 | 19 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2016 Chevrolet Camaro: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
Owners filed 138 NHTSA complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro — more complaints than 95% of comparable 2016 coupes, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (31% of complaints) and electrical system (17%).
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro between 19 and 25 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.