repaired · 2026 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
2021 Chevrolet CamaroProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-148 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Cutlass, CC0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
10Power train
3Electrical system
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Fuel system, gasoline
1Vehicle speed control
1Air bags
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2021 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.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Axle assembly: axle shaft
Risk. A separated axle shaft can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Seat belts
Risk. If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, 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.
Best & worst years
2021 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
2021 Chevrolet Camaro safety ratings
2021 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 power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I experienced a known issue with my transmission with the MIL code P2812. The TSB PIP5799 which has to do with the Electrical fault in Transmission Control Solenoid Valve 7 (Line Pressure Solenoid). I took it to the dealership and left it there for a week only for them to be unable to figure out…
I experienced a known issue with my transmission with the MIL code P2812. The TSB PIP5799 which has to do with the Electrical fault in Transmission Control Solenoid Valve 7 (Line Pressure Solenoid).
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels locked up and the vehicle stopped abruptly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle lost electric power and shut off. The vehicle was restarted. The contact attributed the…
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