2001 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 PER YEAR
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| 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 | 186 |
| 2018 | 80 |
| 2019 | 52 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
31% of complaints: service brakes — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
19% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
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CONSUMER STATED THE LFET SIDE MIRROR HAS BEEN FIXED FOUR TIMES, THE MIRRIOR BREAKS FOR NO REASON. ALSO CAR NEEDS OIL EVERY 1000 MILES.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030113
DUAL EXHALTS HAVE ONE SIDE BLOCKED OFF. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT IT WAS MANUACTURER WHO HAD TO MEET STATE SPECIFICATIONS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20010313
13% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.
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RAMIRO MAYORGA OWNER OF IDEAL AUTOS SOLD ME THIS CAR KNOWING HE HAD A MECHANIC RESET THE MILEAGE AND BREAK INDICATORS AND AIRBAG INDICATORS. THE AIRBAGS ARE NONE FUNCTIONAL I COMPLAINED TO THE BBB BUT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY WOULD DO.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180325
Also filed under AIR BAGS and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
10% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
6% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WAS INVOLVED INTO (2) SEPARATE CAR ACCIDENT IN THE LAST YEAR THAT THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160207
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE RE
Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
Campaign 06E065000 — check if this car was fixed
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Campaign 09E025000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Chevrolet Camaro — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E065000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.