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2018 Chevrolet CamaroRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 81 owner complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. Most complaints involve electrical system (20) and steering (18). The EPA rates it 15–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
15–25mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Mar 2025
Owner complaints
81
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

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

Steering: electric power assist system

Free remedy

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.

SteeringReported Mar 20, 2025NHTSA 25V175000

Air bags: frontal

Free remedy

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.

Air bagsReported Mar 25, 2021NHTSA 21V211000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

81 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2017 – Sep 2026
  1. Electrical system20
  2. Steering18
  3. Power train17
  4. Engine15
  5. Structure6
  6. Fuel/propulsion system5
  7. Air bags4
  8. Visibility/wiper4
  9. Electronic stability control (esc)4

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.

View as table
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
5
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0
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

20 reports2 fires
“Getting shift to park message when car is already in park preventing the car from completely turning off. Leaving the car partially on draining the battery- Failed transmission controls”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 15, 2025Electrical systemODI 11693662

Steering

18 reports
“The contact owns 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal and attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The service power steering warning light was illuminated. There was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle decelerated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V175000 (STEERING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 38,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 24, 2026SteeringODI 11766777

Power train

17 reports1 crash
“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 vehicle's RPM gauge fluctuates noticeably, moving up and down while driving, and the car develops a significant shudder or vibration that can be felt throughout the vehicle. The issue is most noticeable during steady acceleration and cruising speeds. Not only does this affect the driving experience, but it also raises concerns about the long term reliability and safety of the vehicle. What is particularly troubling is that this problem has been widely reported by numerous Chevrolet owners and acknowledged by General Motors through TSB 18-NA-355. Despite the widespread nature of the defect, there has been no recall issued. As a customer, I find it difficult to understand why owners are expected to bear the financial burden of repairing a problem that appears to stem from a known manufacturing or design issue. A vehicle with fewer than 30,000 miles should not…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 31, 2026Power trainODI 11761122
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
Subcompact Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged
Transmissions
Automatic (S8) · Manual 6-spd · Automatic (S10)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline · Regular 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 (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
223125$3,100354
Camaro
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192923$2,700396
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
203023$3,350379
Camaro
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
172720$3,850442
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162820$3,100437
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162519$4,050457
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive
142016$4,850559
Camaro
Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive
132115$5,150582
  • Camaro
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 31 hwy · $3,100/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    19 city · 29 hwy · $2,700/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    20 city · 30 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    17 city · 27 hwy · $3,850/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    16 city · 28 hwy · $3,100/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    16 city · 25 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    14 city · 20 hwy · $4,850/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    13 city · 21 hwy · $5,150/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
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

6 tested variants
Overall rating
—/ 5
Not rated
Chevrolet Camaro C RWD
Frontal crash
Not rated
Side crash
Not rated
Side pole
Not rated
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.3%
Overall
5 / 5
Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.3%
Overall
— / 5
Chevrolet Camaro SS C RWD
Frontal crash
Not rated
Side crash
Not rated
Side pole
Not rated
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.3%
Overall
5 / 5
Chevrolet Camaro SS 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.3%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 12018Vehicle 12015Vehicle 12019
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

2018 Camaro questions

How many recalls does the 2018 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 2018 Chevrolet Camaro problems?

Owners filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (20), steering (18), power train (17). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro get?

The EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro at 15–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

How safe is the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026