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2020 Chevrolet Camaro: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most coupe.
Owners filed 31 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 89% of 2020 coupes. Power Train leads the reports (32%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2020 coupes, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
31
Reports to NHTSA, 2020
Safety recalls
3
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
20
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 89% of 2020 coupes
The bar is this car's percentile among 2020 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 (32% of 31 reports), followed by electrical system (19%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 31 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11703785, ODI 11660923, ODI 11463040, ODI 11711514, ODI 11659954.
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.
Power TrainJun 2025 · 25V148000Details +Close −
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.
Remedy: 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.
Fuel System · 19V837000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
Air Bags · 21V211000Details +Close −
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.
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
2020 Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2020 Chevrolet Camaro C RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
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 | 20 | 30 | 23 |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 19 | 29 | 22 |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 | 26 | 20 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 16 | 27 | 20 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 | 24 | 19 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 13 | 21 | 16 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2020 Chevrolet Camaro: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro?
Owners filed 31 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro — more complaints than 89% of comparable 2020 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 2020 Chevrolet Camaro?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (32% of complaints) and electrical system (19%).
How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro have?
3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro, covering components such as power train. 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 2020 Chevrolet Camaro get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro between 16 and 25 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.