Last updated: 2026-10-10
Chevrolet Camaro Reliability by Year
Chevrolet Camaro reliability is good overall. Pick a 2023 and check for transmission shudder and power steering loss.
Chevrolet Camaro Reliability Overview
Used Camaros rate good for reliability and sit above the average sedan on the site. Power train complaints lead the list, mainly a rumble-strip shudder in automatics and hard shifts, and some owners report power steering assist cutting out without warning. The 2023 model year is the pick, while 2018 and 2020 rate lowest.
Current generation: 6th gen (2016–2024), facelifted 2019.
Best & Worst Chevrolet Camaro Years
Best Chevrolet Camaro Years to Buy
Based on reliability index score2023 rates excellent, the top mark in the lineup, and shows no recalls and no owner complaints in the data. Compare 2018, which has the most complaints, four fire reports, and two recalls, and 2020, which has three recalls. It has also been on the road at least two years.
Chevrolet Camaro Years to Avoid
No Chevrolet Camaro years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 71 and 81 across 6 scored model years.
Chevrolet Camaro Reliability Score Trend
Chevrolet Camaro reliability has improved in recent years, with newer models scoring an average of 78/100 compared to 72/100 for older years.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 71/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 71/100 | Good |
| 2022 | 75/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 81/100 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 77/100 | Good |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2024 Chevrolet Camaro
0 recalls · 4 complaints
Final Sixth-generation year, rated good and among the stronger Camaros, though its few complaints all involve severe engine seizure; 2023 rates better.
2023 Chevrolet Camaro
0 recalls · 0 complaints
Ranks best of the six scored Camaro years, with no owner complaints and no recalls on file.
2022 Chevrolet Camaro
1 recalls · 10 complaints
Mid-pack among Camaro years, with few complaints overall but serious reports of air bag nondeployment, a rod bearing failure and a power train recall.
2020 Chevrolet Camaro
3 recalls · 31 complaints
The weakest of six scored Camaro years, with transmission shudder and power loss complaints and three recalls, though it still rates good.
2019 Chevrolet Camaro
1 recalls · 48 complaints
The middle-ranked Camaro year, rating better than both 2018 and 2020, with a transmission shudder as its main complaint.
2018 Chevrolet Camaro
2 recalls · 75 complaints
Steering assist loss and water in the trunk set this year apart, and it sits among the weaker Camaro years, behind the 2019.
Found Your Chevrolet Camaro? Check Its History
Engine (3) problems come up most in Chevrolet Camaro owner complaints, and 7 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Chevrolet Camaro Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
3.5/5
Annual Repair Cost
$585
Repair Frequency
0.2/yr
Major Repair Risk
17%
$59 above the midsize cars average of $526/yr.
Ranked #21 of 24 among midsize cars.
Chevrolet Camaro Resale Value
The Chevrolet Camaro is estimated to retain about 66.7% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
- Value Retained
- 66.7%
- Depreciation
- 33.3%
- Listings Analyzed
- 198
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
- Yes, overall reliability is good, and the Camaro ranks above average among sedans on the site. Weak spots are the power train, electrical system, steering, and engine. Check service history for transmission work and test the steering before you buy.
- What is the best year for the Chevrolet Camaro?
- The 2023 model year is the best pick. It rates excellent, with no recalls and no owner complaints in the data, and it has been on the road at least two years. The 2024 also rates well, but it is newer and has had less time to collect complaints.
- What are the most common Chevrolet Camaro problems?
- Power train problems lead, with 41 complaints. Automatics shudder like driving over rumble strips, and the 2.0-liter turbo shifts hard into first. Electrical faults come next, then steering assist cutting out, then engine trouble such as oil pump failure and falling oil pressure.
- How much does it cost to repair a Chevrolet Camaro?
- Independent repair-cost data puts the estimated annual repair cost at $585. That is somewhat higher than the $526 average for midsize cars. Out-of-warranty fixes such as a transmission fluid flush are paid by the owner, according to complaints.
- Do Chevrolet Camaros have water leaks in the trunk?
- Owners report water collecting in the trunk, where the rear fuse box, battery, and amplifier sit. They describe corroded or shorted parts, smoke, melted relays, and cars that shut off or will not restart. Two complaints involve fire. Check the trunk for damp or corrosion.
How we score the Chevrolet Camaro
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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