Air bags: frontal
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.
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 53 owner complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. Most complaints involve power train (20) and electrical system (7). The EPA rates it 16–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Camaro model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 125 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 191 |
| 1999 | 97 |
| 2000 | 87 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2010 | 295 |
| 2011 | 194 |
| 2012 | 113 |
| 2013 | 187 |
| 2014 | 188 |
| 2015 | 206 |
| 2016 | 141 |
| 2017 | 191 |
| 2018 | 81 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 4 |
“The contact owns a Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle on the side of a residential road, she attempted to place the shift knob from Drive into Park. At that moment, the vehicle suddenly jolted and accelerated forward independently. The vehicle proceeded through a red light at approximately 20 MPH. The contact attempted to maneuver the vehicle to avoid colliding with traffic, but the incident concluded when the vehicle crashed into a nearby high school building. The vehicle was going 20 MPH at the time of the crash. The front of the contact vehicle crashed into the building. The property damage was a high school gate. The vehicle's final position ended in a high school gate. The air bags deployed, but the vehicle emblem on the steering wheel caused the consumer to have extensive injuries on her forehead. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. A police report was filed. The contact was the only occupant in the vehicle. The injuries sustained by the occupant were head injuries, broken left wrist, left side of her abdomen was bruised and so were both of her arms. Medical treatment was needed for the injuries including surgery's. The…”
“I am reporting a severe safety hazard involving my 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. The vehicle has suffered a total failure of its audio amplifier, resulting in a complete loss of all interior audio. This is not a convenience or entertainment issue. Because the amplifier controls all vehicle audio output, the car no longer produces any audible safety warning alerts or chimes. This includes the complete loss of: * Turn signal indicator clicks (leaving the driver unaware if indicators are active) * Seatbelt unfastened reminder alarms * Door/trunk-ajar alerts * Blind-spot monitoring audible alerts * Forward collision warning alerts * Parking assist sensor warnings Operating a vehicle without these critical sensory alerts creates an immediate, active hazard on public roads. The driver cannot hear warnings of imminent collisions, lane departures, or simple indicators like active turn signals. The vehicle was taken to an authorized GM dealership (Jake Sweeney Chevrolet) on July 7, 2026. A diagnostic check confirmed internal amplifier damage. A valid extended warranty claim was approved to replace the part. However, General Motors Executive Customer Service and the dealership…”
“Thermostat is failing under part recommend mileage. GM is not taking this under consideration. States part last up to 100,000 miles. It’s failing under 30,000 miles.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camaro Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,100 | 354 |
| Camaro Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,350 | 379 |
| Camaro Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 22 | $2,850 | 396 |
| Camaro Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,850 | 450 |
| Camaro Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,100 | 445 |
| Camaro Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,050 | 477 |
| Camaro Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 21 | 16 | $4,850 | 571 |
| Camaro Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,850 | 565 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall 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.
Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (20), electrical system (7), engine (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro at 16–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro 5 out of 5 stars overall.