2018 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
- 80
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2018: 80 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.
Electrical system
26% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
The ignition switch shorted, a fuse shorted and these symptoms revealed a bigger problem. The holding area for the tire in the rear (does not hold a tire because of space issue) was repurposed by the manufacturer to mount the rear fuse box and amp.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-04
Also filed under Structure
Steering
21% · 17 reportsPower train
21% · 17 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I am writing to express my frustration and concern regarding the well documented transmission shudder issue affecting my 2018 Chevrolet Camaro LT.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31
Engine
19% · 15 reportsStructure
8% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
I was driving on the interstate, about 65 MPH, and the phone charger caught fire and exploded. I stopped the car on the interstate to extinguish the fire on my person. The charger fell under the passenger seat, and caught the seat on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-01
Also filed under Air bags
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-04-14Air bags21V211000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic "Camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.
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2025-04-15Steering25V175000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Chevrolet Camaro — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V211000 · Air bags
- Recall 25V175000 · Steering
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- Is the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro have?
- 2 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.