1991 Chevrolet Camaro
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 86 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 144 |
| 1995 | 216 |
| 1996 | 116 |
| 1997 | 69 |
| 1998 | 173 |
| 1999 | 90 |
| 2000 | 76 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 68 |
| 2010 | 295 |
| 2011 | 194 |
| 2012 | 110 |
| 2013 | 187 |
| 2014 | 187 |
| 2015 | 205 |
| 2016 | 138 |
| 2017 | 183 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 19 distinct reports on file.
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I NOTICED THAT WHEN THIS CAR WAS FILLED, FUEL WOULD LEAK FROM THE TANK RIGHT WHERE THE FILLER TUBE GOES IN. I ALSO COULD HEAR A RATTLE IN THE REAR WHILE DRIVING. I PULLED THE FUEL TANK TO HAVE IT SENT OUT FOR REPAIR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030807
16% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FRONTAL COLLISION IMPACT 12:00 POSITION SPEED 50 MPH, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950207
UPON IMPACT, DURING FRONTAL CRASH AT APPROX. 35-40MPH, 12:00 ON FRONT BUMPER, AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. "DUP 950209: 958666". TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950113
10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY6% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
UPON IMPACT, DURING FRONTAL CRASH AT APPROX. 35-40MPH, 12:00 ON FRONT BUMPER, AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. "DUP: SEE 958661". TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950113
SAFETY TIMELINE
POOR BOND ADHESION BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD GLASS AND THE MOUNTING, WHICH COULD ALLOW THE WINDSHIELD TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A COLLISION. THIS FAILS TO CONFORM WITH FMVSS 212.
Remedy: REMOVE ALL SEALER FROM WINDSHIELD AND MOUNTING; APPLY NEW BONDING AND SEALANT MATERIAL, AND REINSTALL WINDSHIELD.
Campaign 91V031000 — check if this car was fixed
THE FRONT SEAT UPPER HINGE COVER SCREWS ARE TOO LONG, AND INTERFERE WITH THE SEAT BACK INERTIA LOCK. THIS PREVENTS THE SEAT BACK FROM LOCKING PROPERLY.
Remedy: REPLACE SCREWS SECURING UPPER HINGE TRIM COVER WITH CORRECT LENGTH SCREWS.
Campaign 91V074000 — check if this car was fixed
THE METAL LATCHPLATES MAY NOT ENGAGE THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES, CAUSING A "NO LATCH" CONDITION. MOVEMENT OF THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE LATCHPLATE RELEASE FROM THE BUCKLE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY FOR THE SAFETY BELT (FRONT AND REAR IN COUPES AND FRONT ONLY IN CONVERTIBLES).
Campaign 91V067000 — check if this car was fixed
AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL LUG STUDS
FUEL TANK LEAKAGE
FUEL LEAKS
THE FUEL FILLER NECK SOLDER JOINT CAN DEVELOP CRACKS OR PIN HOLE LEAKS, WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE CRACKS AND HOLES CAN ALLOW FUEL VAPOR AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE THOSE WHICH EXHIBIT THE CRACKS OR PIN HOLE LEAKS.
Campaign 94V077000 — check if this car was fixed
INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER S
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed
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 MANUFACTURE
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).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
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. TH
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.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Chevrolet Camaro — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V031000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V074000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V067000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V077000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.