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2015 Chevrolet CamaroRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 206 owner complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro. Most complaints involve electrical system (111) and engine (25). The EPA rates it 14–22 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
14–22mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Sep 2019
Owner complaints
206
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Electrical system: ignition

Remedy pending

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain replacement flip-key ignition transmitter assemblies sold as replacement equipment for 2010-2015 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. GM dealers may have inadvertently sold these assemblies as replacement keys despite them having been recalled under NHTSA recall number 14V-346 (GM number 14294) when they were the original equipment assemblies. The driver may accidentally bump the ignition key with their knee, moving the ignition out of the run position and turning off the engine.

Electrical systemReported Sep 19, 2019NHTSA 19E064000

Air bags: side

Free remedy

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.

Air bagsReported Oct 16, 2015NHTSA 15V666000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

206 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2014 – Jul 2026
  1. Electrical system111
  2. Engine25
  3. Power train19
  4. Steering17
  5. Air bags14
  6. Wheels10
  7. Fuel/propulsion system9
  8. Service brakes9
  9. Electronic stability control (esc)9

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Camaro model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
1996125
199775
1998191
199997
200087
200153
200281
2010295
2011194
2012113
2013187
2014188
2015206
2016141
2017191
201881
201953
202033
202120
202214
202316
20244
Crashes reported
12
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
8
Deaths reported
1
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

111 reports1 crash1 fire
“My 2015 Chevrolet Camaro has developed a recurring issue where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed. The vehicle appears to believe it is still in gear even though the transmission has been placed in Park. The key jams in the ignition, making it difficult or impossible to remove. This occurs intermittently and raises concerns that the vehicle may not be properly recognizing that it is in Park. This is a significant safety issue because it could lead to the vehicle rolling if not properly secured, prevent the vehicle from being turned off correctly, and leave the driver stranded. I believe this may be related to the shift interlock or ignition switch mechanism. I am reporting this issue because it presents a potential safety hazard.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 21, 2026Electrical systemODI 11751937

Engine

25 reports1 fire
“The car powered off on me while driving on the interstate causing an extremely dangerous situation for me and other drivers without any warning, no signs the vehicle abruptly stopped I coasted to the side and avoided traffic and started right up but drove rough. It’s fuel and fluids in the car and no check engine lights were on.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 26, 2026Unknown or other, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11727153

Power train

19 reports
“The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while the gear shifter was shifted to park(P), the key could only be turned halfway and became stuck. Due to the failure, the vehicle failed to shut off. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the gear shifter assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred two or three years later. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where the gear shifter assembly was replaced, but the failure reoccurred approximately three to four years later. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired after the last failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 19, 2025Power trainODI 11688389
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Compact Cars
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged · 7.0L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 6-spd · Automatic (S6) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Camaro
Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192922$2,850399
Camaro
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182621$2,950428
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
172720$3,100436
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162419$4,050480
Camaro
Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152418$3,450482
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive
141916$4,850561
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 7.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
131915$5,150580
Camaro
Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive
121814$5,550638
  • Camaro
    Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    19 city · 29 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    17 city · 27 hwy · $3,100/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    16 city · 24 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    15 city · 24 hwy · $3,450/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    14 city · 19 hwy · $4,850/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 7.0 L
    13 city · 19 hwy · $5,150/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    12 city · 18 hwy · $5,550/yr
    14
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.7%
Overall
— / 5
Chevrolet Camaro C RWD
Frontal crash
Not rated
Side crash
Not rated
Side pole
Not rated
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.7%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 9044Vehicle 9043
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2015 Camaro questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2015 Chevrolet Camaro problems?

Owners filed 206 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (111), engine (25), power train (19). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro get?

The EPA rates the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro at 14–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

How safe is the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026