2016 Chevrolet Camaro
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 48 of 141 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Engine include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 206 in 2015 to 141 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–5,550 | 2,850–5,550 | 2,850–4,100 | 2,850–5,150 | 2,700–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–22 | 14–22 | 19–25 | 15–25 | 15–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–19 / 18–29 | 12–19 / 18–29 | 16–22 / 25–31 | 12–22 / 20–31 | 13–22 / 20–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 399–626 | 399–638 | 353–457 | 357–591 | 354–582 | |
| Complaints filed | 188 | 206 | 141 | 186 | 80 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 10 | 12 | 3 | 13 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | |
| Injuries reported | 14 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 48 of 141 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA rates it 19–25 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
EPA estimates $2,850–$4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 18 mpg | 27 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 422 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 17 mpg | 28 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 438 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,100 (high) | 457 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 (low) | 395 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 22 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,100 | 353 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 21 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 370 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 48 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 31 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · Campaign 16V084000 · Feb 11, 2016
Defect: 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."
Consequence: An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15808.