1984 Chevrolet Camaro
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 40
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 10
- Top problem
- Seat belts
Campaigns on file for 1984
Opened by NHTSA
73% of complaints
Complaints per year
1984: 40 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 87 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 158 |
| 1995 | 217 |
| 1996 | 116 |
| 1997 | 69 |
| 1998 | 173 |
| 1999 | 90 |
| 2000 | 76 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 68 |
| 2010 | 295 |
| 2011 | 194 |
| 2012 | 113 |
| 2013 | 187 |
| 2014 | 188 |
| 2015 | 206 |
| 2016 | 141 |
| 2017 | 190 |
| 2018 | 80 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Seat belts
73% · 29 reportsMost commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.
Show complaint excerpts
Seat belt failed when there was impact from behind.contacted dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-07-12
Tl* the contact owns a 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the driver side seat belt shoulder belt failed to retract into place and the contact constantly had to adjust the shoulder belt to ensure it was securely connected.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-13
Tl*the contact owns a 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. While trying to fasten the seat belt, the buckle broke. The front passenger and driver seat belts are pink. Recall#90V105000 was related to the plastic components of the belt buckle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-10-01
Structure
10% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing frame and members and hinge and attachments.
Vehicle speed control
3% · 1 reportShow complaint excerpts
Sudden accelaration with/without cruise control, resulted in loss of control.
NHTSA ODI report, 1993-10-21
Tires
3% · 1 reportSteering
3% · 1 reportMost commonly citing column.
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 10 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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1984-02-24Seats84V011000 Some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 207, anchorage of seats. In event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.
Remedy: Inspection of seat back locks will be performed. Locks that have bent, broken or missing hooks will be replaced.
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1984-09-15Service brakes, hydraulic84V093000 Rear brake hoses were not properly manufactured and do not conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 106, "Brake hoses". Hoses could come loose from the end fittings when…
Remedy: A new hose will be installed if necessary. In addition, brakes will be serviced.
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1984-12-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1985-03-22 Engine compartment fires
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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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1986-05-08Engineering analysisClosed 1987-09-28 Cruise control
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1986-06-17Engineering analysisClosed 1988-07-22 Rear brake failure
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1988-02-02Engineering analysisClosed 1989-03-06 Throttle linkage sticking
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1988-06-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-09-22 Frame cracking
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1988-07-22Engineering analysisClosed 1991-08-30 Rear disc brakes
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1989-08-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-10-03 Safety belt buckle breakag
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1989-10-03Engineering analysisClosed 1990-07-10 Safety buckle breakage
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1990-02-21CClosed 1991-07-31 Rear disc brakes
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1990-02-28Engineering analysisClosed 1991-04-24 Rear axle shaft failure
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1991-03-07Seat belts90V105000 Plastic components of seat belt buckle assemblies do not contain an ultra violet stabilizer, and exposure to direct sunlight and elevated interior temperatures could weaken the plastic components.
Remedy: Replace or repair seat belt buckle.
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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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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1984 Chevrolet Camaro — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 29 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 84V011000 · Seats
- Recall 84V093000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 85V169000 · Seat belts
- Recall 90V105000 · Seat belts
- Recall 91V055000 · Parking brake
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1984 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 1984 Chevrolet Camaro?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1984 Chevrolet Camaro have?
- 7 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.