2016 Chevrolet Camaro Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro.

20152017
Complaints
196
Crashes
3
Fires
6
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#145 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:27,016 mi
#228 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:32,982 mi
Fires:2
#322 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:35,646 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro.

Transmission / Drivetrain
45
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
27,016
Electrical Faults
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
32,982
Steering Defects
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
35,646
Engine Problems
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
37,063
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,324
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
6,750
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
39,282
Body Structure
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
16,400
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
38,600
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,722
Wheel Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
34,826
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Side/Rear Glass
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Interlock/Lockout
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2016 Chevrolet Camaro

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~139 vehicles.

16V084000Electrical System:software
~139 affected

Genera Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, Malibu, Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles. The radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ignition and the door is opened or when the driver does not fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection", and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2016 Chevrolet Camaro — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has 196 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 45 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (45 complaints, avg 27,016 mi); Electrical Faults (28 complaints, avg 32,982 mi); Steering Defects (22 complaints, avg 35,646 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 29,402 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro include 3 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 139 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Camaro reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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