repaired · 2026 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2013 Chevrolet CamaroProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 187 owner complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-516 the manufacturer reports only 37% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has problems
187 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
81Electrical system6 crash/fire/injury
23Steering6 crash/fire/injury
16Power train
15Engine
13Air bags
12Electronic stability control (ESC)
11Service brakes
7Exterior lighting
6Wheels
4013 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 81 | 6 |
| Steering | 23 | 6 |
| Power train | 16 | 0 |
| Engine | 15 | 0 |
| Air bags | 13 | 5 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 12 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 7 | 0 |
| Wheels | 6 | 1 |
| 13 other systems | 40 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2013 Chevrolet Camaro recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. If the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned of the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Mileage at failure
When do electrical system problems start?
55kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 62 electrical system complaints. 85% were reported before 100,000 miles.
13under 30k miles53under 100k miles9100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Camaro year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Camaro median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Chevrolet Camaro safety ratings
2013 Chevrolet Camaro C RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 5 stars (8.7% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Camaro owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Radio/HVAC/Audible Chimes (available for inspection). My and others safety are at risk every day when driving this car. First the radio does not work at all the HVAC controls are tied into the radio and they work intermittent (windows fog) the whole center dash shuts off and on around every 3…
The radio, HVAC control panel went blank. The radio, fan, blinker sound and HVAC indicator lights cycle on and off. Unless functionality is disconnected, you can’t drive without the radio going on and off, the speakers crackling, and the panel screen blank not allowing visibility of HVAC position.…
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the blend door passenger's side was not working as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and…
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