82 of the
251 complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro are about the
electrical system — 33% of everything
reported for this model year.
Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before
55,000 miles.
F
82
Complaints
6
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
Exactly what failed
Electrical System
7692.7%
Ignition
33.7%
Instrument Cluster/Panel
22.4%
Software
11.2%
Electrical System across every Chevrolet Camaro year
Radio/HVAC/Audible Chimes (available for inspection). My and others safety are at risk every day when driving this car. First the radio does not work at all the HVAC controls are tied into the radio and they work intermittent (windows fog) the whole center dash shuts off and on around every 3 seconds. It is very distracting at night flashing from when I start it until I shut it off and I have a one hour commute. I no longer have chimes like keys left in ignition, lights on, and hazard lights are also effected. Everything worked fine prior to radio failure. Has not been inspected by dealer. Ran off roadway into ditch lights flashing startled me and I jerked the wheel to the left with minor damage.
NHTSA complaint #11627489 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Bethlehem, PA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The radio, HVAC control panel went blank. The radio, fan, blinker sound and HVAC indicator lights cycle on and off. Unless functionality is disconnected, you can’t drive without the radio going on and off, the speakers crackling, and the panel screen blank not allowing visibility of HVAC position. The problem has been reproduced by the dealer. And the internet reports the same issue from multiple owners with similar vehicle. The dealer and Chevrolet technical assistance center TAC have attempted to diagnose the problem without correcting the problem as of yet. Chevrolet has not taken responsibility for for correction or offered cost assistance. The condition first appeared as the radio going on and off uncontrollably, speakers crackling, and the panel going blank.
NHTSA complaint #11611579 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 156,000 milesLas Vegas, NV
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the blend door passenger's side was not working as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
NHTSA complaint #11600109 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 48,000 milesFelton, CA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the radio console suddenly became inoperable. The contact stated that when the failure occurred, the front windshield defroster and turn signals also became inoperable. After restarting the vehicle, the failures were corrected but later reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the instrument cluster was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 48,000.
NHTSA complaint #11580930 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 199,000 milesCarthage, MS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the radio turned off independently. The contact replaced the fuse, and the radio became operable. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred and in addition the turn signals were not fully functional. The contact became aware that whenever the turn signal was activated, the turn signal did not make the clicking sound as designed. The contact stated that there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, a diagnostic test was not completed due to the cost. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 199,000. The VIN was unavailable.
NHTSA complaint #11559010 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 123,000 milesSan Antonio, TX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that water was leaking into the trunk of the vehicle during inclement weather. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring for 4 years. Additionally, the contact stated that a message regarding theft was displayed while in the process of turning off the vehicle. The contact stated that upon attempting to release the ignition key from the ignition switch after turning off the vehicle, the ignition key was stuck. The contact was unable to release the key. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V346000 (Electrical System). The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to tow the vehicle to their location for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,000.
NHTSA complaint #11531794 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Garland, TX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Was driving and my knee hit the ignition and the key turned my car off disabling the whole car and forcing me to pull over and restart the car.
NHTSA complaint #11524677 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Paterson, NJ
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My car no have heater
NHTSA complaint #11498977 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Farmersville, TXCrash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2013 Camaro had 89k miles, garage kept in excellent condition. My vehicle had never given me any issues and has impeccable maintenance records. I was pulling out of a parking spot when my engine started riving and jerking and I accelerated while in reverse and hit a concrete post behind me. I applied the brake and placed the car in drive. My car took off with a high speed of acceleration with my brakes still applied, and accelerated out of control. It followed the same path back into the parking spot ( I could not stir it) jumped the curb and ran through a brick wall finally coming to a stop in the middle of the business. The engine was still racing and in drive but the car had finally stopped and in a state of rest. I had to put the car into park and kill the engine. I could not control the car, the engine was racing with high rpm’s on its own, and driving in “ auto pilot” for lack of better term. Not one air bag deployed despite the fact I ran through a brick wall and totaled the car.
NHTSA complaint #11475530 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 97,300 milesCrawfordville, FL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
The contact's sister owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost electrical power. The check engine warning light illuminated and the "Engine Reduce Power" and “Ignition Switch Failure" messages were displayed. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts however, the vehicle would not run smoothly while driving. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving and while stopped at the traffic light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic several times where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 19E064000 (Electrical System). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,300.
NHTSA complaint #11465917 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 61,000 milesColumbia, SC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and coming out of the driveway, the vehicle emitted a popping sound and the turn signal was engaged but failed to respond. Additionally, the contact stated that the speedometer turned black. The contact stated that the low oil pressure warning light was illuminated; however, upon taking the vehicle to a local Pep Boys, she was informed that there was enough oil in the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring intermittently. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be repaired at her own expense since the VIN was not included in a recall associated to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
NHTSA complaint #11461497 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 61,000 milesColumbia, SC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and coming out of the driveway, the vehicle emitted a popping sound and the turn signal was engaged but failed to respond. Additionally, the contact stated that the speedometer turned black. The contact stated that the low oil pressure warning light was illuminated; however, upon taking the vehicle to a local Pep Boys, she was informed that there was enough oil in the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring intermittently. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be repaired at her own expense since the VIN was not included in a recall associated to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
NHTSA complaint #11461497 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 50,000 milesMebane, NC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the rearview mirror was delaminating and that the images were not clearly visible. The contact also stated that the instrument cluster display was fading and not clear. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the center display screen to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
NHTSA complaint #11460700 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Little Rock, AR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The radio turns off automatically. First the radio would randomly go off. Then the signal light sounds stopped working. Now the radio has no display and does not play. Although you are able to see the signal light the sound is gone. Since April 2019
NHTSA complaint #11448500 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 68,000 milesMadison, TN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the radio, air conditioning unit, and other electrical features became inoperable without warning. Due to the failure, the contact stated that she was unable to use the defroster causing her vision to be obstructed while driving. She also mentioned that the noise from the turn signals failed to sound while in operation. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred her to a dealer for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer stated that the failure might be an electrical failure and that a wire might need to be cut. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
NHTSA complaint #11445954 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Canal Winchester, OH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RADIO STOPS WORKING INTERMITANTLY AND TURN SIGNAL IS INAUDIBLE WHEN THIS HAPPENS . AN INADVERTANT TURN SIGNAL COULD CAUSE SOMEONE TO PULL OUT IN FRONT OF YOU THIS IS AN INTERRMITANT PROBLEM , BUT HAPPENS EVERYTIME I DRIVE THIS CAR
NHTSA complaint #11430590 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 19,000 milesST. Charles, MO
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the radio entertainment display malfunctioned and flickered off and on. During the failure, the turn signal alert, seat belt, and door chimes were all inaudible. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and the local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 19,000.
NHTSA complaint #11430634 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
North Zulch, TX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HEAD UNIT: AC KICKS ON AND OFF, RADIO WON'T PLAY, BLACK SCREEN ON STOCK HEAD UNIT, TRIPS OFF AND ON, BLINKER SOUNDS WON'T WORK, MAKES ELECTRICAL TRIP OUT.
NHTSA complaint #11407130 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 147,000 milesChesapeake, OH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE RADIO STOPPED WORKING. SOON AFTER THE HEAT/AIR BLOWING WAS KICKING ON AND OFF. EVEN WHEN BLOWING YOU CANNOT CONTROL THE TEMPERATURE. THEN THE GAUGES STARTED BLINKING AND HAVE NOT CAME BACK ON FOR A WHILE. YOU CANNOT HEAR YOUR TURN SIGNALS OR SEE ANYTHING ON THE CONTROL SCREEN.
NHTSA complaint #11398200 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Cedsr Lake, IN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RADIO TURNING OFF AND NOT WORKING
NHTSA complaint #11397848 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 57,000 milesLexington, KY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MY RADIO TURNS ON AND OFF-VERY DISTRACTING TO MY DRIVING AND MAKES A LOUD POPPING SOUND FROM SPEAKERS-WHICH IS STARTLING. ALONG WITH THIS MY DEFROST TURNS ON AND OFF WHICH SOMETIMES LIMITS MY VISIBILITY. THIS HAPPENS WHILE THE CAR IS PARKED AND WHILE DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY. IT HAPPENS ABOUT 20 TIMES WHILE DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE OF ABOUT 10 MILES. IT ALSO HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE.
NHTSA complaint #11390998 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 70,000 milesFresno, CA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SO MY AC AND STEREO WAS WORKING GOOD BUT SUDDENLY IT STARTED TURNING OFF ITSELF. THEN WHENEVER I TURN ON MY CAR IT STARTS WORKING. BUT AFTER 1-2 MONTHS IT STOPPED WORKING AT ALL. THIS IS SAME ISSUE AS OTHER PEOPLE WHO OWNS CAMARO HAVE IT. I TRIED TO TOOK TO MECHANIC NOBODY UNDERSTANDS WHAT'S GOING ON. NOW IT'S NOT WORKING AT ALL. STEREO IS NOT COMING UP AT ALL. AC AND HEATER DOESN'T WORK.
NHTSA complaint #11339256 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 88,800 milesSevierville, TN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WHILE DRIVING, MY RADIO WILL POP AND SHUT OFF, WHICH ALSO CAUSES MY AC TO NOT WORK. RECENTLY IT HAS ALSO EFFECTED MY TURN SIGNALS AND OTHER DASH BOARD AREAS AND IT DOES IT NO MATTER IF I'M LEGIT DRIVING OR SITTING STILL. THERE ARE LITERALLY HUNDRED OF PEOPLE HAVING THIS ISSUE AND NOTHING HAS FIXED IT YET!
NHTSA complaint #11328442 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 35,000 milesCharlotte, NC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE HEADLAMPS BECAME INOPERABLE. AN ABNORMAL POPPING SOUND WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE RADIO. SEVERAL MINUTES AFTER THE FAILURE, THE HEADLAMPS RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION INDEPENDENT OF DRIVER INPUT. ADDITIONALLY, THE POPPING SOUND WAS ALSO HEARD WHILE THE TURN SIGNALS WERE ACTIVATED. A DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND A COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 35,000.
NHTSA complaint #11324275 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Temple, TX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE RADIO IS FLICKERING AND IS ON AND OFF ALL THE TIME. THE SCREEN IS AFFECTING THE A/C AND HEATHER. THIS IS A MANUFACTURER'S ISSUES.
NHTSA complaint #11323788 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 104,000 milesCookson, OK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2013 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE STOPPED OR BEING DRIVEN. ADDITIONALLY, THE BLOWER MOTOR ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED. BLUE RIBBON CHEVROLET BUICK GMC, INC (1701 S KERR BLVD, SALLISAW, OK 74955, (918) 791-3974, WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 104,000.
NHTSA complaint #11323171 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 60,000 milesLinden, MI
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND OPERATED AS INTENDED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VIC CANEVER CHEVROLET, INC. (3000 OWEN RD, FENTON, MI 48430, (810)637-1769 HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED HOWEVER, NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
NHTSA complaint #11323212 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 1 milesSantee, CA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I'M HAVING ELECTRICAL ISSUES CAUSING MY RADIO, AC, AND TURN SIGNALS TO MALFUNCTION. IN ADDITION IT'S MAKING LOUD AND DISTRACTING POPPING AND SQUEALING NOISES, AND SOUNDS THAT MAY BE ELECTRICAL SPARKING NOISES. GM TOLD ME IT'S OUT OF WARRANTY SO THEY DON'T CARE. IT HAPPENS WHENEVER THE IGNITION IS ON (ALL TYPES OF STREETS & FREEWAY), BUT NOT IN ACCESSORY.
NHTSA complaint #11321462 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 64,450 milesChalmette, LA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SHORTLY AFTER I START MY CAR AND TURN ON THE RADIO A LOAD POPPING SOUND WILL COME THROUGH THE SPEAKERS AND THE SOUND FROM THE RADIO WILL GO OFF. THE RADIO PANEL WILL STAY LIT, BUT NO SOUND WILL COME OUT AND THE BUTTONS ON THE RADIO WILL NOT WORK. IT ALSO WILL NOT ACCEPT A CD. IT WILL STAY LIKE THIS FOR AWHILE. THE NEXT TIME I START CAR IT WILL DO THE SAME THING. IT USED TO DO THIS RANDOMLY AT FIRST WITH NO RHYME OR REASON FOR IT. IT STARTED MORE THAN 6 MONTHS AGO AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE. IT USED TO PLAY A LITTLE WHILE BEFORE POPPING SOUND AND NO SOUND. NOW IT ONLY STAYS ON SECONDS, POPS AND GOES OFF. SOMETIMES IT WON'T WORK AGAIN FOR HOURS OR DAYS. AT FIRST I HEARD LOUD STATIC IN MY SPEAKERS WHEN I USED THE TURN SIGNALS, BUT NOT ANYMORE. THERE DOESN'T SEEM TO BE AN SPECIFIC PATTERN. I DO SEE THAT MANY PEOPLE ARE HAVING THIS SAME OR VERY SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH THEIR CAMAROS. WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN A RECALL. IT'S OBVIOUSLY A BIG PROBLEM THAT A LOT OF CAMARO OWNERS ARE HAVING. IT HAPPENS WHEN IT'S STATIONARY AND/OR IN MOTION.
NHTSA complaint #11320077 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 53,000 milesAtlanta, GA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19E064000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT CALLED JIM ELLIS CHEVROLET LOCATED IN ATLANTA, GA AND WAS TOLD TO BRING THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE. THE SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #11319212 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.