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2023 Chevrolet CamaroRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 16 owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro. Most complaints involve engine (6) and electrical system (5). The EPA rates it 16–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
16–25mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
16
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

16 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2023 – Oct 2026
  1. Engine6
  2. Electrical system5
  3. Fuel/propulsion system4
  4. Air bags3
  5. Power train2
  6. Structure1
  7. Visibility/wiper1
  8. Service brakes1
  9. Seat belts1

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
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
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

Engine

6 reports
“Engine failure which required a full engine replacement. The vehicle is unmodified and the engine was replaced under warranty. The certified Chevrolet dealer that replaced the engine confirmed that the issue was the same bearing failure that is impacting the 6.2L L87 V8 engines. The engine in my Camaro is a 6.2L LT1 V8, which is not covered under the current L87 recall. The first indicator of the issue was a grinding noise coming from the engine when coming to a stop. This noise was most noticable when coming to a stop or accelerating from a stop. No warning lights or error messages ever appeared.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 13, 2025EngineODI 11704912

Electrical system

5 reports1 crash
“Subject: Inadequate Anti-Theft Security – 2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE To Whom It May Concern: I am filing this complaint regarding the lack of sufficient theft deterrent technology in the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE, which directly contributed to my vehicle being stolen in July 2025. Despite being a high-performance vehicle valued at over $50,000, the Camaro lacks a modern immobilizer system, encrypted key access, or any active anti-theft protections to prevent increasingly common theft methods such as relay attacks, CAN injection, or signal spoofing. My vehicle was stolen in under one minute from a secure location, and the incident aligns with a growing national trend of GM vehicles being targeted due to these vulnerabilities. 2 years of $1,000 payments for it to be easily stolen is outrageous. I had full coverage insurance and was enrolled in OnStar, yet the recovery process was ineffective, and OnStar was unable to track the vehicle in time. Chevrolet and GM have not provided an adequate explanation for why newer models are being sold without basic theft-prevention technology that is now standard in vehicles from other manufacturers. Given the scale of…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 9, 2025Electrical system, Unknown or other, EngineODI 11672384

Fuel/propulsion system

4 reports1 crash
“The rods broke. The lifters are faulty and the power cuts off in the middle of driving. The car was taken back to the dealership and the cam shaft was replaced as well as the rods. However, after getting it back the car looses power and will not accelerate. It is currently in the shop as I type this complaint.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 31, 2025Electrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11651831
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) · Automatic (S10) · Manual 6-spd
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
223025$3,100360
Camaro
Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182922$2,850407
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
192822$3,500401
Camaro
Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162620$3,850453
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162620$3,100453
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162419$4,050477
Camaro
Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive
132116$4,850571
Camaro
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · Rear-Wheel Drive
142016$4,850559
  • Camaro
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 30 hwy · $3,100/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 29 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 28 hwy · $3,500/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    16 city · 26 hwy · $3,850/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    16 city · 26 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 (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    13 city · 21 hwy · $4,850/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Camaro
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    14 city · 20 hwy · $4,850/yr
    16
    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

14 tested variants
Overall rating
—/ 5
Not rated
Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with Recaro C RWD
Frontal crash
Not rated
Side crash
Not rated
Side pole
Not rated
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.3%
Overall
— / 5
Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with Recaro 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
Not rated
Side pole
Not rated
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
8.3%
Overall
— / 5
Chevrolet Camaro LT1 without Recaro 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 LT1 without Recaro 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 18214Vehicle 18207Vehicle 18215
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

2023 Camaro questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Camaro problems?

Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (6), electrical system (5), fuel/propulsion system (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro at 16–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026