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2017 Chevrolet Camaro
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2017 Chevrolet Camaro

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Complaints filed

183

Reports to NHTSA, 2017

Safety recalls

3

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

20

EPA estimate

Known issues

Steering issues lead owner complaints (31% of 183 reports), followed by power train (27%).

Steering31% · 56 reports
Power Train27% · 50 reports
Electrical System10% · 19 reports
Unknown Or Other8% · 15 reports
Visibility/Wiper7% · 12 reports
Air Bags4% · 8 reports
Service Brakes4% · 7 reports
Engine3% · 6 reports

+ 7 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 183 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11469832, ODI 11457798, ODI 11440688, ODI 11240684, ODI 11220981.

Individual complaint reports(183)

Showing the 50 most recent reports
SteeringMay 2026 · ODI 11741087Details +

The vehicle has repeatedly lost electrical power while driving. During one incident at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle’s electronics shut off and power steering assist stuttered/lost assist for several seconds, causing reduced vehicle control. During another incident while turning/in a turning lane, the engine and electronics shut off and the vehicle had to be restarted. Afterward, the vehicle struggled to restart and displayed a warning to drive cautiously due to power steering loss. The vehicle also has recurring hot-start/no-start symptoms and electrical loss after shutting the engine off. Based on my research, GM Bulletin 19-NA-052 appears to describe a related condition on 2016–2019 Chevrolet Camaro 6.2L vehicles where circuit 1 may short to ground at the starter heat shield, causing loss of electrical power or failure to start, with repair involving the starter solenoid cable. This appears to be a safety-related manufacturing/design defect because the vehicle can lose electrical power and steering assist while in motion. The vehicle/component is available for inspection upon request.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11741087 at NHTSA →
Power TrainMay 2026 · ODI 11735922Details +

Vehicle does a vibration at high way speeds of 40 to 80 mph. Found several threads online stating the same issue. Found a technical service bulletin regarding this issue (18-NA-355). My vehicle needs a new transmission stated by the service shop.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11735922 at NHTSA →
StructureApr 2026 · ODI 11733920Details +

The back glass on my convertible is separating from the fabric. This isn't something I did or anyone else has done. This is a huge problem with thousands of camaro owners that have a convertible. Something needs to be done because its obvious that the design that was used on mine and many many others alike is a flawed and something that we should not have to deal with. Right now my only options are to buy a new top and spend over $3,000 to have it installed or buy some glue and rig it up myself but I refuse to do that. Please, this is my first Camaro and I love it and just want it fixed. I don't see any Mustangs or other convertibles having this issue. Attached with my photos is a screenshot from a Facebook post with over 300 comments of people having the same issue and also a service bulletin that was put out a while back. There needs to be a recall on this issue or lawsuits are going to start being filed. Thats what most people are threatening to do now.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Jul 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11733920 at NHTSA →
SteeringApr 2026 · ODI 11734123Details +

The power steering locks up and message appears saying power steering enabled please drive carefully. When this happens the steering wheel becomes very hard to turn, sometimes making it impossible to turn right or left if it is a sharp turn. I then have to shut car off and start it again and move steering wheel in order for it to steer properly again. Sometimes I have to repeat this process over and over again while driving from point A to B. Then at other times I have no issue. As of today(4/27/2026) this has been happening on a daily basis for the past 2 weeks. Before then, it was occasionally beginning in November 2025. A friend told me there was a recall but there are none listed for this car on the dealership site. When I googled recalls, it stated there were 3 critical recalls 1 being this power steering issue.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11734123 at NHTSA →
Service BrakesApr 2026 · ODI 11733304Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the brake pedal became firm while depressed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used excessive force while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact associated the brake failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V576000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11733304 at NHTSA →
SteeringApr 2026 · ODI 11730333Details +

Intermittent loss of power steering with no warning other than message on dash saying loss of power steering then shut the car off and restart it and powering steering back for a little while and then it repeats

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11730333 at NHTSA →
EngineMar 2026 · ODI 11728114Details +

Thermostat is not lasting to recommend mileage. Gm states that this part start going bad at 100,000 miles. My vehicle had 40,000 miles when my thermostat went out. I looked online and this been an ongoing problem. For Chevy Camaro owners.

Reported
Mar 2026
Incident date
Mar 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11728114 at NHTSA →
Power TrainFeb 2026 · ODI 11718599Details +

Chevrolet has a well documented issue with the automatic transmission on my car. This is the same model transmission in other cars as well. First issue: the stock transmission fluid was incorrect. This required repairs. The underlying issue is the torque converters and solenoid. Most recently, one solenoid got stuck and forced my car into Limp mode while driving. This caused the vehicle to force 4th gear and incapacitated my ability to control my speed correctly. I was forced to pull off to the side until the computer reset itself again. A less experienced driver could potentially get into a car accident without the ability to properly regulate speed

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Feb 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11718599 at NHTSA →
SteeringNov 2025 · ODI 11699268Details +

I would like to report a safety concern with my car having a strong shuddering or vibration, including the steering wheel which I’m unable to move. When this happens RPM remain below 3000 rpm as if the the gears were having trouble changing, the shaking remains while driving in the city at around 25-35 mph and highway speeds at around 65-76 mph. My car was under warranty when this started happening, the dealership flushed and replaced the transmission fluid and it took care of the problem for about 2000 miles (GM has several bulletins in regards to the “shake” on different model vehicles since 2014). When the shuddering returned, I returned to the freedom Chevrolet where I bought the vehicle (actual mileage 53768) and explained the shuddering returning. I was advised to leave the car which now has been at the dealership for months and they refuse to fix the problem stating it is out of warranty. I provided all the bulletins I found on related issue which GM has stated they fix the problem by swapping the transmission on new cars but nothing has been done on the cars that have the existing problem because “there is no recall” as the service advisor stated. This problem could’ve been resolved when I took the car the first time but I wasn’t aware of the severity of the problem or that I would have so much trouble with the dealership now. All I asked is to honor the warranty as the issue was brought up when the vehicle was still under warranty and has less than 60,000 miles.

Reported
Nov 2025
Incident date
Nov 2019
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11699268 at NHTSA →
Air BagsNov 2025 · ODI 11698552Details +

Airbag service light came on, which required us to bring to the dealership. Quote to access and replace airbag module came to roughly $1350.

Reported
Nov 2025
Incident date
Oct 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11698552 at NHTSA →
SteeringNov 2025 · ODI 11697720Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the steering wheel was shaking abnormally with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer on three occasions, where an unknown diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. While driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was jump-started, but the failure persisted. Upon further investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V175000 (Steering). The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

Reported
Nov 2025
Incident date
Jul 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11697720 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemSep 2025 · ODI 11688588Details +

Got trapped inside the car in 100 degree weather plus humidity. The car started the whole and operated perfectly fine while a message prompted on the dash. After doing a push to start that morning before work. The car runs for 10mins until it shuts off. That morning closed myself in to get ready to head to work. Remote not detected prompted. It said it three times that day. The last time it said it I was heading home after getting food. After a push to start that’s when it trapped me inside. Called 911 in Rocky Mount Nc. All they were worried about is a OnStar button. If I had to wait on them probably would’ve been dead. Cause they have to ask a multitude of questions. Rescuers never came. While OnStar was on speaker I thought to check to see if I had the app available to unlock the doors. Usually I don’t pay the bill for it thought the remote way was better. Due to the fact that the app takes a while to upload and could update at anytime as well as signal issues in certain places. Luckily it was setup on autopay. Although it did take a little while to load I was kind of at ease knowing OnStar was still on the speaker. Spoke with a Gm specialist about doing a recall. Instead expressed that, that’s if my vehicle is even eligible for an upgrade. Had suggested the installation of physical unlock levers instead they ignored the suggestion. This is a deadly safety hazard not only for myself but for others as well. Especially if they are not alert about it. When I found that the key fob wasn’t rechargeable inside the vehicle after being trapped inside it. I bought a battery from the Chevy company that was brand new but still a dead battery. Which caused me not to be able to start the vehicle at all. The only thing that help was recharging the battery on the Apple Watch charger by removing the battery from the key fob. Not everyone knows that and still isn’t a good and or safe reliable method to use cause of uncertainty of battery life. Let the car go back for this reason.

Reported
Sep 2025
Incident date
Jul 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11688588 at NHTSA →
SteeringSep 2025 · ODI 11688512Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering became inoperable. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road, turned off, restarted the vehicle, and the power steering functionality returned. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (STEERING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.

Reported
Sep 2025
Incident date
Mar 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11688512 at NHTSA →
SteeringAug 2025 · ODI 11682877Details +

While driving, the vehicle suddenly lost all electric power steering assist, making the steering extremely heavy and difficult to control. This occurred without warning and significantly increased the risk of a crash, especially at low speeds and during turns. The issue occurs intermittently and temporarily resolves after restarting the engine, which suggests an intermittent failure. The defect matches the description in GM’s active recall (GM Recall N252497020 / NHTSA Campaign 25V175000) for similar 2017 Chevrolet Camaro models, involving a faulty printed circuit board in the steering gear assembly. This failure has happened multiple times and creates an immediate safety hazard. I have not yet had the issue confirmed by a dealer because GM and the dealership are requiring me to pay a diagnostic fee, even though this is a known safety defect on similar vehicles. The steering system has not been inspected by the manufacturer at this time. A warning message stating “Service Power Steering” sometimes appears after the failure, but not every time. No other warning signs were present before the loss of assist. This problem has occurred during normal driving conditions on public roads.

Reported
Aug 2025
Incident date
Aug 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11682877 at NHTSA →
SteeringAug 2025 · ODI 11682021Details +

Cars power steering periodically goes out during ever drive you turn the car off and back on and it works for a little while and then does it again

Reported
Aug 2025
Incident date
May 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11682021 at NHTSA →
SteeringJul 2025 · ODI 11675565Details +

The vehicle randomly started giving me a service power steering system message. Just got into my vehicle and now the power steering system will not work.

Reported
Jul 2025
Incident date
Jul 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11675565 at NHTSA →
SteeringJul 2025 · ODI 11674433Details +

Steering assist failure and is not included in the 2018 recall of other General Motors vehicles. The failure is as described in the cars under the recall. GM has no desire to cover this component failure. This is a serious safety issue as it still can be steered but with great effort and could result in a serious wreck. The car has 12,000 miles and garage kept. There are no check engine lights. The battery is good with a full charge. The engine temp is good. The car is currently at the GM dealership and I am being told that it will be my responsibility to pay for it.

Reported
Jul 2025
Incident date
Jul 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11674433 at NHTSA →
SteeringJul 2025 · ODI 11673561Details +

Hi, my steering wheel suddenly stopped working properly, when I press the brakes my steering wheel gets hard making it difficult to turn. It happened as I was driving home from work when I turn off the car it was sometimes drive normal but then after pressing the break the wheel will get hard. I seen there was a recall with the same description but my vin number isn’t included could you please check into this!

Reported
Jul 2025
Incident date
Dec 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11673561 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemJul 2025 · ODI 11673740Details +

The blender door that controls the air flow will close all the way and causes fog build up on the front windshield constantly whether it's cold or hot outside. It also randomly changes from hot to cold during driving. This is a concern due to drivability with the windshield fogging up or the comfortability of driving in extreme conditions ie... Hot, cold, or rainy conditions keeping the temperature in the car to see. Thank you for your time.

Reported
Jul 2025
Incident date
May 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11673740 at NHTSA →
Power TrainJun 2025 · ODI 11668034Details +

1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The service technician at the dealership linked the known issue to the torque converter and potentially the transmission system. The suspected faulty components are available for inspection upon request. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? While driving my 2017 Chevrolet Camaro, the vehicle intermittently and abruptly slows down and shakes/shudders violently, as if riding over rocks. This unexpected and dangerous behavior could easily result in a loss of control, especially at higher speeds or in traffic, putting both myself and other drivers at risk. This issue compromises the safe operation of the vehicle. 3. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes. The service technician told me this is a known problem with Chevrolets and stated that they currently have four other vehicles in their service department with the same issue. Given the frequency of this issue (as noted by the dealer) and the sudden onset without warning, I am concerned that this is a broader safety-related defect that warrants investigation. The technician stated multiple times that the issue is likely the torque converter, or in the worst case, a failing transmission. 4. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or others? No, the vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer directly, or by police or insurance representatives at this time. I’ve never received any notice from the manufacturer regarding the shudder and recommended fluid flushes. 5. Were there any warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warning lights or messages have appeared. The sudden shuddering and slowing down of the vehicle while driving occurs without any prior warning.

Reported
Jun 2025
Incident date
May 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11668034 at NHTSA →
SteeringJun 2025 · ODI 11666967Details +

I was driving and my steering all of a sudden got hard to do, my steering wheel was shaking, the steering was difficult to steer and it said on my dash, "electronic steering assist" I was going 60 mph and had to get my car off the road, as I slowed the car got harder to steer, I almost hit another car and ditched it. This is not the first time it's happened on my Camaro, it's happened at least a dozen times in the last 18 months. This is dangerous and I need this corrected! I don't trust it and I am going to hurt myself or someone if you don't fix this. There was a recall before but it did not correct this problem!

Reported
Jun 2025
Incident date
Jun 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11666967 at NHTSA →
Power TrainJun 2025 · ODI 11664295Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started shaking abnormally and shuddered. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a delay in the transmission before the transmission shifted hard. Additionally, while driving at slow speeds, the vehicle hesitated to go into 1st and 2nd gears. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Reported
Jun 2025
Incident date
Mar 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11664295 at NHTSA →
SteeringMay 2025 · ODI 11662521Details +

Electronic steering assist. I was going down to road and all of a sudden my car was hard to steer and my steering wheel was shaking very hard. I carefully pulled it off the road before I lost control put it in park and shut it off. My steering wheel continued to shake and vibrate and it was also loud like the electronic part didn't shut off with the car. It continued to do this for about 10 minutes with the car off. I started it again and it seemed to be normal. I called the dealer they confirmed the electronic steering assist was an issue and it was recalled for this and the repairs were no good. They said it mlnever do it again but it also might but there was no fix! Well my car's electronic steering assist has done this several times almost causing me to hit another car, ditch, mailbox and pedestrians. It's not safe, it happened again yesterday as a matter of fact, for over a year and I don't trust it! I'm afraid when I'm driving it. I put in a safety complaint more than once, I need this repaired correctly this time before I injured myself or someone else! Thank you, I'll be looking forward to hearing from you! Please help me, I love my Camaro!

Reported
May 2025
Incident date
May 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11662521 at NHTSA →
SteeringMay 2025 · ODI 11658515Details +

When driving down the street, I got a warning light and my Power Steering went out. This is a car with 18,000 miles on it and it should'nt have failed so quickly. When I researched the issue, GM has recall #N182182760 that states this is a known issue for the Camaro but for some reason my VIN is not included. This is a $3,000 repair I am being asked to pay for a known issue, can someone help? It is the Power Steering Module

Reported
May 2025
Incident date
Apr 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11658515 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherApr 2025 · ODI 11656790Details +

So the rear window in the convertible top is coming on glued and it can cause issue water is starting to come in. I have seen alot of other cars and people complaining about this issue. When I contacted the dealership about this issue they kinda blew me off. To get it fixed is to replace the whole top at 3200 to 3800.

Reported
Apr 2025
Incident date
Apr 2018
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11656790 at NHTSA →
Power TrainApr 2025 · ODI 11655897Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and then intermittently lost motive power. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that there were metal shavings inside the transmission and the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 77,800.

Reported
Apr 2025
Incident date
Feb 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11655897 at NHTSA →
Power TrainFeb 2025 · ODI 11644310Details +

Vehicle makes a shudder & shaking feeling after slowing down and picking up speed. Is a constant problem. Also coolant level is unreadable and fan comes on and continues to stay on.

Reported
Feb 2025
Incident date
Feb 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11644310 at NHTSA →
EngineJan 2025 · ODI 11636132Details +

My car has a torque converter shutter that I have been told is a common problem, but no recall for my year/model.

Reported
Jan 2025
Incident date
Jan 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11636132 at NHTSA →
SteeringDec 2024 · ODI 11630525Details +

While driving I experienced the wheel becoming more stiff unexpectedly while turning even slightly it would randomly get harder to turn. A power steering warning came on saying to be careful and right after the car started shaking really bad. Stop the car checked tires tie rods sway bar other steering components and nothing seemed abnormal. Was able to drive the rest of the way home but still had the random stiffness at the steering wheel.

Reported
Dec 2024
Incident date
Dec 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11630525 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemDec 2024 · ODI 11629797 · crashDetails +

Horn stopped working, and I got in an accident because of it. Also my interior lights will not turn off

Reported
Dec 2024
Incident date
Aug 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
Crash
Open ODI 11629797 at NHTSA →
Power TrainDec 2024 · ODI 11629397Details +

Transmission is shuddering. Can try to accelerate and it lurches until it finally catches gear and goes. Definitely a concern when at a stop and pulling into traffic

Reported
Dec 2024
Incident date
Oct 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11629397 at NHTSA →
SteeringOct 2024 · ODI 11619205Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was diagnosed with steering failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (STEERING). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.

Reported
Oct 2024
Incident date
Oct 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11619205 at NHTSA →
Power TrainJul 2024 · ODI 11603324Details +

1. Transmission Control Unit Issue/Shift to park Gear issue depleting battery/OTHER

Reported
Jul 2024
Incident date
Jul 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11603324 at NHTSA →
Parking BrakeMay 2024 · ODI 11588621Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated he noticed a failure with the parking shift gear. The contact stated the parking brake would not function properly, in addition a shift to park warning light illuminated. The contact stated he had to switch gears from drive to park multiple times in addition when the vehicle is parked the vehicle would not lock or shut off properly. The dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed to call NHSTA for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 37.000.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
May 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11588621 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemMay 2024 · ODI 11588714Details +

This vehicle is having issues that no Chevy repair place is able to recognize or fix. I can not drive this vehicle due to safety concern.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
Jan 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11588714 at NHTSA →
SteeringMay 2024 · ODI 11588757Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, there was a "power steering assist malfunction" message displayed and the steering wheel became very stiff and difficult to turn. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently and stopped within seconds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a loss of power steering assist. The independent mechanic notified the contact of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering). The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
Jul 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11588757 at NHTSA →
SteeringApr 2024 · ODI 11582916Details +

When I was driving my steering wheel started shaking I could hear a noise and it was harder to steer. On my dash it showed Drive careful Steering Power Steering assistance system I pulled the car over and turned it off but I could hear the electrical system in the power steering did not shut down and my steering wheel was still shaking. About 45 seconds later it shut down. I went out to my car the following day and started it and the power steering was fine, there was no more shaking or noise in the electrical part of my steering assistance. It was fine. But it doesn't seem safe to me at all. The recall on it was fixed but it seems there is still an issue with this and it could cause someone to get into an accident and hurt or kill someone.

Reported
Apr 2024
Incident date
Apr 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11582916 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherApr 2024 · ODI 11582918Details +

Shudder in the transmission. My camaro shudders between 40 and 50 mph. It had a recall and was taken in for the repairs. It was a transmission fluid flush and a change in the fluid. Something like that. The problem is shudder isn't fixed it was for a while but its back. There's definitely something still wrong with this. Is it causing the car more damage? I believe GM should repair all the recalled vehicles right! This is an issue and a huge nuisance. Shudder problem is still there!

Reported
Apr 2024
Incident date
Jan 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11582918 at NHTSA →
SteeringMar 2024 · ODI 11579784Details +

Loss of power steering

Reported
Mar 2024
Incident date
Dec 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11579784 at NHTSA →
EngineMar 2024 · ODI 11577263Details +

There are two primary concerns with this vehicle that, after further investigation, appear to be commonly experienced issues. While driving, the vehicle shudders unexpectedly and intensely, then the issue spontaneously resolves. Upon contacting the dealership, I was informed that this is a recognized problem. The service representative explained that moisture was accumulating in the transmission fluid due to a factory defect, resulting in the sporadic vibration. I was advised that a transmission flush using Mobile One would rectify the problem, but this measure proved ineffective. The dealership is now suggesting that the torque converter may be the cause. Separately, the rear window has detached from the convertible top. Despite my efforts to seal the gap, water still seeps into the vehicle during rainfall.

Reported
Mar 2024
Incident date
Feb 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11577263 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemOct 2023 · ODI 11549967Details +

This car originally was towed four times because of the failure of the fuel pump wiring harness to the PCM unit the fix was they put a fusible link between the fuel pump I believe and the PCU it still has problems it's intermittent it has issues of burning and melting the case or the plug-in is burnt in there we've addressed it with upper management of Chevrolet and they wanted us to take it to a different dealership and it was just a fiasco after that they said they fixed it they didn't fix it gave it back to us. I'm the father of the driver of the car I worry about my grandchildren and my son having a fire in that car I keep having problems we have to go get them and jump start them and figure the mess with the wires in the trunk so tired of this thing please help there has been consecutively people on the internet telling how to fix which General Motors should be responsible for this fix is pathetic how much I've read about it

Reported
Oct 2023
Incident date
Feb 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Electrical SystemSep 2023 · ODI 11546062 · crashDetails +

The side detection system has failed. i know chevy has been having a lot of issues with this and now its hit my car. i demand a law suit or a shut down or a government enforced mandatory repair at no cost to customer.

Reported
Sep 2023
Incident date
Aug 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
Crash
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SteeringSep 2023 · ODI 11545294Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, a message indicating that the electronic power steering needed to be serviced was displayed, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the vehicle was significantly difficult to steer. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road by using physical strength to steer the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the steering wheel responded as needed. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.

Reported
Sep 2023
Incident date
Jul 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Power TrainAug 2023 · ODI 11541540Details +

While idling out of a driveway on Friday, 8/25/23, there was a warning on the dash that stated "low oil pressure, shut off vehicle immediately." I immediately shut the vehicle off within seconds of seeing this warning and towed the vehicle home. I've read that these vehicles-Camaro ZL1 are notorious for failed oil pumps. I have babied this vehicle and do not use it as a daily driver. I only take it out a few times a year and have only 18,000 miles on it. The vehicle is in stock condition and has not been modified which blows my mind that this would even occur on such a well taken care of vehicle that is so expensive and supposed to be the top the line. Of course the dealer was unhelpful due to it being pass what they consider warranty timeframe. I am hopeful that GM will assist in any way possible being that I believe GM installed faulty oil pumps on these expensive vehicles. Also I am a loyal customer to GM. Within the last 5 years, I have purchased 3 brand new Chevys-2017 Camaro ZL1, 2020 Silverado Trailboss, and 2021 Malibu RS.

Reported
Aug 2023
Incident date
Aug 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Electrical SystemJul 2023 · ODI 11533145Details +

After having the car for a year with regular maintenance and service, out of nowhere car was giving electrical problems that was making my car battery die and the ABS brake system giving out completely to the point where the vehicle has no brakes at all & engine failure due to cylinder #1 no compression, car kept giving codes p0300 , C0299 , B1517 , notice there’s an service bulletin from GM NO. Pi1178F is know as a common problem for LTG engines, also the only way I found out that the engine was damaged when I took the vehicle to the dealership for diagnostic and was told that one of the Cylinders had no compression which had came down the line that an Piston ring had internally damaged my engine, vehicle has 145K and was running smoothly until sudden electrical problems.

Reported
Jul 2023
Incident date
Jul 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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SteeringJun 2023 · ODI 11528191Details +

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel stiffened, and it became difficult to steer the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 17,300.

Reported
Jun 2023
Incident date
Jun 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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SteeringMay 2023 · ODI 11524449Details +

The part that failed is the power steering rack Yes it is available for inspection The part failed while I were driving Yes I report it to the dealer an were told they had a recall on this part but were expired in 2021 on the 2017 camaro I took my car to the dealer they wanted to charge me 2600 hundred to change the part I have 37890 miles on this camaro No one drives this car but me This is dangerous driving then your steering goes out So I'm reporting this problem NHTSA please look in to it I'm quite sure I'm not the only owner that's going through this

Reported
May 2023
Incident date
May 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Electrical SystemMay 2023 · ODI 11524552Details +

Driving back from several trips out of state. On I15, the car shut completely off, while moving. Everything powers off. Car still in motion. Have to push the ignition button to turn back on and resume power and turned the car back on. The has happened now 5 times since i bought the car brand new in 2017. The dealer has never been able to reproduce issue. Are my charging cables for phones and ipod shorting out the car?? I dont know. It's the only thing that might be an issue.

Reported
May 2023
Incident date
May 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Power TrainMay 2023 · ODI 11523475Details +

There have been multiple problems with the check engine light .the car vibrating i have had this car serviced multiple times for the same thing and now my transmission needs to be rebuilt which this car has less than 50,000 miles

Reported
May 2023
Incident date
May 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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Power TrainApr 2023 · ODI 11518846Details +

2017 Camaro transmission shutter not shifting right sometimes hard to stop

Reported
Apr 2023
Incident date
Oct 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
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This page shows the latest 50 reports to keep it usable. The count above includes every complaint NHTSA has returned for this model year.

Recalls(3)

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.

SteeringJul 2019 · 19V086000Details +

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.

Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

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Air Bags · 21V211000Details +

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.

Remedy: 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.

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Steering · 25V175000Details +

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.

Risk: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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 Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.

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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

2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD NHTSA source

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover

2017 Chevrolet Camaro C RWD NHTSA source

Overall
Not rated
Frontal
Not rated
Side
Not rated
Rollover

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
Camaro2.0L 4-cylRear-Wheel Drive223125
Camaro2.0L 4-cylRear-Wheel Drive203023
Camaro3.6L 6-cylRear-Wheel Drive192822
Camaro3.6L 6-cylRear-Wheel Drive162820
Camaro6.2L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive172720
Camaro6.2L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162519
Camaro6.2L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive142016
Camaro6.2L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive122015

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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2017 Chevrolet Camaro: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro?

Owners filed 183 NHTSA complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.

What are the most common problems on the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro?

The most-reported problem areas are Steering (31% of complaints) and power train (27%).

How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro have?

3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro, covering components such as steering. 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 2017 Chevrolet Camaro get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro between 15 and 25 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.