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2020 Chevrolet Camaro problems

Owners filed 33 complaints about the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro with NHTSA between Jan 2020 and Nov 2026. The most-cited component is power train (11).

Complaints
33
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
7
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
4
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
01 —By component

Complaints by component

One complaint can cite several components
  1. Power train11
  2. Electrical system8
  3. Engine4
  4. Vehicle speed control4
  5. Exterior lighting2
  6. Suspension2
  7. Wheels2
  8. Service brakes2
  9. Back over prevention1
  10. Structure1
  11. Engine and engine cooling1
  12. Fuel/propulsion system1
  13. Seat belts1
  14. Air bags1

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

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Trend

When complaints were filed

Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
View as table
Model yearComplaints filed per calendar year
20203
20211
20223
20236
20242
202515
20263

Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.

03 —Owner reports

Top problems in owners’ words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first

Power train

11 reports3 crashes1 related recall
“The automatic transmission power train and electrical software system failed, and components are currently disassembled and available for inspection at Legacy Chevrolet. Safety was put at risk due to a sudden loss of reverse gear and erratic shifting while operating, creating an immediate crash hazard. The problem was explicitly confirmed by an authorized dealer technician who diagnosed code P0746 and found catastrophic mechanical failure, including completely sheared and stripped metal teeth on the internal clutch hub assembly. Total transmission replacement is required at a cost of $5,400. This failure occurred after the mandated Safety Recall N242480630 software update was completed on June 25, 2026. GM is currently denying coverage under Special Coverage N242480631. GM Corporate Case #115531429.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 19, 2026Power train, Electrical systemODI 11772258

Electrical system

8 reports
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle's mileage was 86,000. It was later discovered upon checking the VIN that the mileage was 120,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 4, 2026Electrical systemODI 11775696

Engine

4 reports
“The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle vibrated, jerked, and made abnormal whining and metallic sounds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a Toyota dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to Starling GMC Titusville(1350 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL 32780), where it was diagnosed. The dealer determined that the engine and the drive belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 16, 2026Power train, EngineODI 11711514

Vehicle speed control

4 reports1 crash
“The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway and shift into park. Upon shifting back into drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated independently. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle before a crash could occur. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the vehicle was inspected. The failure mileage was unknown.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 10, 2025Vehicle speed controlODI 11692587

Exterior lighting

2 reports
“The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the passenger’s side daytime running light bulb was blown. The contact called two dealers and an independent mechanic and was informed that the passenger’s side headlight module had to be replaced to repair the failure. The contact stated that the cost of repair was too expensive for a single light bulb. Due to the failure, the contact stated that nighttime driving visibility was limited. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 8, 2025Exterior lightingODI 11685648

Suspension

2 reports1 crash
“The camber plate nut fell off inside the shock causing me to lose control and go through a field. The camber plate is the only thing holding the strut to the vehicle and should have had a locknut from the factory as it's nothing more than a ball joint. It is available to inspect. It caused me to lose all control when it separated. I own a garage and confirmed failure myself. No i called Chevy about it and even asked if they wanted to send a factory rep out to look at it. I was told no and the only way they might be able to do anything is if i take it to the dealer for repairs. It was giving a small clunk at times that i thought was normal characteristics of the aggressive suspension. I do have pictures showing the failure as well if you would like them.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 5, 2025SuspensionCrash reportedODI 11678607
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026

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