2019 Chevrolet Camaro
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 20 of 52 complaints (38%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more crash reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 80 in 2018 to 52 in 2019.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2019 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–5,150 | 2,700–5,150 | 2,850–4,850 | 2,850–4,850 | 2,850–4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–25 | 15–25 | 16–25 | 16–25 | 16–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–22 / 20–31 | 13–22 / 20–31 | 13–22 / 20–31 | 13–22 / 20–31 | 13–22 / 20–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 357–591 | 354–582 | 354–571 | 353–571 | 358–571 | |
| Complaints filed | 186 | 80 | 52 | 31 | 17 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 13 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 8 | 8 | 8 | 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 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Camaro?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 20 of 52 NHTSA complaints (38%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA rates it 16–25 MPG combined across 8 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Chevrolet Camaro?
EPA estimates $2,850–$4,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 477 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 14 mpg | 20 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 565 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 19 mpg | 29 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 (low) | 396 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg | 27 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 445 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 20 mpg | 30 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,350 | 379 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 22 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,100 | 354 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S10) | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 13 mpg (low) | 21 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 571 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S10) | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 16 mpg | 27 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 450 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 20 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 14 | 0 | 0 | 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)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL · Campaign 21V211000 · Mar 26, 2021
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic "Camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.