MYRModel Year Report

1983 Chevrolet Camaro

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1983 Chevrolet Camaro
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:40.342Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1983

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 16 complaints 1983 16 1984: 40 complaints 1985: 48 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 25 complaints 1990: 25 complaints 1991: 87 complaints 1991 1992: 88 complaints 1993: 32 complaints 1994: 158 complaints 1995: 217 complaints 1996: 116 complaints 1996 1997: 69 complaints 1998: 173 complaints 1999: 90 complaints 2000: 76 complaints 2001: 48 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2010: 295 complaints 2011: 194 complaints 2012: 113 complaints 2013: 187 complaints 2013 2014: 188 complaints 2015: 206 complaints 2016: 141 complaints 2017: 190 complaints 2018: 80 complaints 2018 2019: 53 complaints 2020: 32 complaints 2021: 20 complaints 2022: 14 complaints 2023: 16 complaints 2023 2024: 4 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 16 complaints 1983 16 1984: 40 complaints 1985: 48 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 25 complaints 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 87 complaints 1992: 88 complaints 1993: 32 complaints 1993 1994: 158 complaints 1995: 217 complaints 1996: 116 complaints 1996 1997: 69 complaints 1998: 173 complaints 1999: 90 complaints 1999 2000: 76 complaints 2001: 48 complaints 2002: 68 complaints 2002 2010: 295 complaints 2011: 194 complaints 2012: 113 complaints 2012 2013: 187 complaints 2014: 188 complaints 2015: 206 complaints 2015 2016: 141 complaints 2017: 190 complaints 2018: 80 complaints 2018 2019: 53 complaints 2020: 32 complaints 2021: 20 complaints 2021 2022: 14 complaints 2023: 16 complaints 2024: 4 complaints 2024
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 16 complaints 1983 16 1984: 40 complaints 1985: 48 complaints 1985 1986: 33 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 17 complaints 1989: 25 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1991: 87 complaints 1991 1992: 88 complaints 1993: 32 complaints 1993 1994: 158 complaints 1995: 217 complaints 1995 1996: 116 complaints 1997: 69 complaints 1997 1998: 173 complaints 1999: 90 complaints 1999 2000: 76 complaints 2001: 48 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2010: 295 complaints 2010 2011: 194 complaints 2012: 113 complaints 2012 2013: 187 complaints 2014: 188 complaints 2014 2015: 206 complaints 2016: 141 complaints 2016 2017: 190 complaints 2018: 80 complaints 2018 2019: 53 complaints 2020: 32 complaints 2020 2021: 20 complaints 2022: 14 complaints 2022 2023: 16 complaints 2024: 4 complaints 2024

1983: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19823
198316
198440
198548
198633
198728
198817
198925
199025
199187
199288
199332
1994158
1995217
1996116
199769
1998173
199990
200076
200148
200268
2010295
2011194
2012113
2013187
2014188
2015206
2016141
2017190
201880
201953
202032
202120
202214
202316
20244

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

8 of 16 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and webbing.

Show complaint excerpts

Rear parking brake failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-03

Also filed under Parking brake

Structure

8 of 16 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and hood.

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The brackets for the hood broke while driving on the highway at 60 MPH. The hood skin blew off. Manufacturer stated no recall for this defect.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-29

Crack in the frame that supports steering box mechanism. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-31

Parking brake

2 of 16 total reports mention: parking brake, most commonly citing conventional.

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and carburetor system.

Suspension

1 of 16 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1983-05-06Structure83V049000 The inner and outer panels of the fiberglass hood could separate during vehicle operation.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect the hood and, if necessary, install a new one at no charge.

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  2. I
    1984-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1985-03-22 Engine compartment fires
  3. R
    1986-04-18Seat belts85V169000 Dislocation of a spring cover will not allow the shoulder belt to retract after being extended.

    Remedy: Install retaining springs on spring cover of front shoulder belt retractor and, when required, retractors will be replaced.

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  4. I
    1986-06-17Engineering analysisClosed 1988-07-22 Rear brake failure
  5. I
    1988-06-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-09-22 Frame cracking
  6. I
    1988-07-22Engineering analysisClosed 1991-08-30 Rear disc brakes
  7. I
    1990-02-21CClosed 1991-07-31 Rear disc brakes
  8. R
    1991-07-01Parking brake91V055000 Parking brake adjuster fails to operate and do not work after brake pad wear.

    Remedy: Replace nonfunctioning parking brake adjusters.

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  9. R
    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

    Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1983 Chevrolet Camaro — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Parking brake: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 83V049000 · Structure
  • Recall 85V169000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 91V055000 · Parking brake
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
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FAQ

Is the 1983 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Chevrolet Camaro?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Chevrolet Camaro have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.