repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Chevrolet CamaroProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 81 owner complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-175 the manufacturer reports only 46% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 24, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro has problems
81 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
18Steering
17Power train1 crash/fire/injury
15Engine
6Structure
5Fuel/propulsion system
4Air bags
4Electronic stability control (ESC)
4Visibility/wiper
97 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 20 | 2 |
| Steering | 18 | 0 |
| Power train | 17 | 1 |
| Engine | 15 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 4 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 9 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2018 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 · 2023 Q1
Air bags: frontal
Risk. In the event of a crash, plastic pieces of emblem may act as projectiles from deployment of the driver air bag can increase the risk of injury.
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.
Best & worst years
2018 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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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2018 Chevrolet Camaro safety ratings
2018 Chevrolet Camaro C RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 5 stars (8.3% 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.
Getting shift to park message when car is already in park preventing the car from completely turning off. Leaving the car partially on draining the battery- Failed transmission controls
I lose power steering randomly. When this occurs I get a service rear diff message on my dash, the fan motor cuts out, and gauges like the speedometer and tachometer go to zero. I took it to a dealer because I saw there was a recall for the exact problem I'm having with power steering, but I guess…
Side object detection module was shorted out due to water intrusion. Caused by faulty manufacturing material. Caused vehicle to shut down and unable to restart. Large safety concern Warranty company refused to cover the issue.
Own a 2018 Camaro?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.