2023 Chevrolet CAMARO
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2023 Chevrolet CAMARO has 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: my engine got my brand new camaro is having a lifter tick issue. this seems to be a very common issue amongst these new chevy engines, after doing research they all seem to stem from the same problem, and that would be the fuel management system that deactivates certain cylinders in the engine to “s.
24
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.3x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
ENGINE
6 complaints- • My engine got my brand new Camaro is having a lifter tick issue. This seems to be a very common issue amongst these new Chevy engines, after doing research they all seem to stem from the same problem, and that would be the fuel management system that deactivates certain cylinders in the engine to “s
- • The rods broke. The lifters are faulty and the power cuts off in the middle of driving. The car was taken back to the dealership and the cam shaft was replaced as well as the rods. However, after getting it back the car looses power and will not accelerate. It is currently in the shop as I type this
- • while driving car stoopped runnig on expressway ; said electrical system low ; later found out at dealer engine siezed
“My engine got my brand new Camaro is having a lifter tick issue. This seems to be a very common issue amongst these new Chevy engines, after doing research they all seem to stem from the same problem, and that would be the fuel management system that deactivates certain cylinders in the engine to “s”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
5 complaints- • Vehicle had approximately 5000 miles on it when the electronic trunk release failed to operate. Trunk would not unlock or open from the key fob or the push button inside the vehicle. This was a safety concern as it was determined by the dealer of a faulty fuse box which controlled several other comp
- • The rods broke. The lifters are faulty and the power cuts off in the middle of driving. The car was taken back to the dealership and the cam shaft was replaced as well as the rods. However, after getting it back the car looses power and will not accelerate. It is currently in the shop as I type this
- • Over a year ago, my car developed an intermittent slow crank/starting issue. After driving 20–30 minutes and turning the engine off, it often wouldn’t restart on the first try, sometimes requiring 2–5 cranks. From my research (forums, Reddit, Facebook), I suspected heat soak affecting the starter, w
“Vehicle had approximately 5000 miles on it when the electronic trunk release failed to operate. Trunk would not unlock or open from the key fob or the push button inside the vehicle. This was a safety concern as it was determined by the dealer of a faulty fuse box which controlled several other comp”
— NHTSA complaint filing
FUEL SYSTEM
4 complaints- • Car (with 6 miles/brand new) was taken to dealer for a rattle in the engine bay. They have explained the fuel line is rattling against the fire wall. They tried to fix it and the problem was not resolved. They are saying they have to contact GM to open a case. This should be cause to update the TSB:
- • Rattling noise at engine idling condition, coming from passenger side in engine compartment. Once vehicle reaches an idle condition around 650 rpm, the noise is present and will go away once engine rpms increase. Likely related to bulletin #PIP5395B (or subsequent update). Could also be confused
- • The rods broke. The lifters are faulty and the power cuts off in the middle of driving. The car was taken back to the dealership and the cam shaft was replaced as well as the rods. However, after getting it back the car looses power and will not accelerate. It is currently in the shop as I type this
“Car (with 6 miles/brand new) was taken to dealer for a rattle in the engine bay. They have explained the fuel line is rattling against the fire wall. They tried to fix it and the problem was not resolved. They are saying they have to contact GM to open a case. This should be cause to update the TSB:”
— NHTSA complaint filing
AIR BAGS
3 complaints- • I was involved in a motor vehicle accident. My airbags failed to deploy & I received a notification through my Chevrolet app on my phone, right after the accident stating “your 2023 Camaro airbag system has an issue. Schedule service”. My safety belt system also states there is an issue detected and
- • The passenger and driver side roof rail air bags deployed without any crash impact just was driving around a corner and they went off there was no crash nothing was so scary I was also the only one in the vehicle at the time this happened. this also happened 2 days after Chevy had it. They had it t
- • Traveling at Hwy speed rear ended vehicle which stop on the HOV lane front end driver side crumbled no air bags deployed
“I was involved in a motor vehicle accident. My airbags failed to deploy & I received a notification through my Chevrolet app on my phone, right after the accident stating “your 2023 Camaro airbag system has an issue. Schedule service”. My safety belt system also states there is an issue detected and”
— NHTSA complaint filing
TRANSMISSION
2 complaints- • Over a year ago, my car developed an intermittent slow crank/starting issue. After driving 20–30 minutes and turning the engine off, it often wouldn’t restart on the first try, sometimes requiring 2–5 cranks. From my research (forums, Reddit, Facebook), I suspected heat soak affecting the starter, w
“Over a year ago, my car developed an intermittent slow crank/starting issue. After driving 20–30 minutes and turning the engine off, it often wouldn’t restart on the first try, sometimes requiring 2–5 cranks. From my research (forums, Reddit, Facebook), I suspected heat soak affecting the starter, w”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 24 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: My engine got my brand new Camaro is having a lifter tick issue. This seems to be a very common issue amongst these new Chevy engines, after doing research they all seem to stem from the same problem, and that would be the fuel management system that deactivates certain cylinders in the engine to “s
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: Vehicle had approximately 5000 miles on it when the electronic trunk release failed to operate. Trunk would not unlock or open from the key fob or the push button inside the vehicle. This was a safety concern as it was determined by the dealer of a faulty fuse box which controlled several other comp
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: Car (with 6 miles/brand new) was taken to dealer for a rattle in the engine bay. They have explained the fuel line is rattling against the fire wall. They tried to fix it and the problem was not resolved. They are saying they have to contact GM to open a case. This should be cause to update the TSB:
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐AIR BAGS: I was involved in a motor vehicle accident. My airbags failed to deploy & I received a notification through my Chevrolet app on my phone, right after the accident stating “your 2023 Camaro airbag system has an issue. Schedule service”. My safety belt system also states there is an issue detected and
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Chevrolet CAMARO — Year Comparison
How does 2023 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 7
- Injury reports
- 2
- Segment avg
- 80
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