169 of the
4,341 complaints filed about the Chevrolet Camaro
are about the glass, mirrors and wipers —
4% of everything owners reported.
The worst model year for it is 1995.
169
Complaints
4%
Share of all complaints
1
Crashes
3
Fires
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers complaints by model year
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the rear glass attached to the cloth convertible top had become unsecured and the contact was concerned that the rear glass may separate from the convertible top. The contact stated that the rear glass panel was attached to the cloth convertible top using glue, and the glue had failed, causing the glass panel to become unsecured. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was advised that the entire convertible top needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact stated that the convertible top was previously replaced due to a similar failure. The failure mileage was 9,000.
NHTSA complaint #11757666 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The autodimming rear view mirror has begun to darken in normal light and makes it difficult to see out of the mirror at traffic and objects behind the car, making for a potential safety hazard. The mirror looks like the pixels for the autodimming feature have cracked and leaked out, blocking visibility
NHTSA complaint #11657960 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:AIR HANDLER/CHAMBER, DUCTS, AND VALVES
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the heater and A/C were inoperable. There was no heat and no cold air. The contact stated that sometimes the wrong temperature was distributed through the vents. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who recharged the HVAC. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to the blend door actuator. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
NHTSA complaint #11611753 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
When driving all gages stop working all lighting inside and outside when driving. Happens sporadically. Took to Chevrolet and they said needed a battery so i changed and still happened. Took to performance shop and left for almost a month where a diagnosis was made that it was a corroded rear bumper wiring harness. I also found this problem on a forum with other cameros. He cleaned and it did not act up for a couple of weeks then on my way to work early one morning this week (dark outside) running approx 60 mph all of my lights went out again. My car still runs just no lights. Called Chevrolet to report safety issue with no resolution
NHTSA complaint #11607581 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
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.
The back window is separating from the top the back window is falling out exactly as described in this other TSA and when this is brought to Chevy attention the say it's not covered even though the car only has 32k miles on it and an extended CPO warranty. I have taken the car to classic Chevrolet in grapevine for them to tell me it's not covered. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10154647-9999.pdf
NHTSA complaint #11511764 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The rear window is separating from the roof. It seems to be a common problem with certain Camaros and other type GM convertibles. The original roof was replaced on this vehicle for same problem. The replaced rear window, roof is now separating from the roof again. (in less than 2 years since the original roof was replaced) GM/Chevrolet's only fix is to replace the entire roof. It appears to be a manufacturing defect with the glue/adhesive in the manufacturing process. Chevy will not honor or stand behind their product and want me to pay for the entire roof replacement. It is a known issue among Convertible Camaro owners. Chevy even issued a Technical service bulletin on this issue in November of 2019. Bulletin # 17-NA-216. It seems GM will only fix this issue if the vehicle within the 3 year 36,000 mile warranty. I believe this is a safety issue because the rear window could shatter while driving or become loose and fly off and hit other vehicle while at highway speed.
NHTSA complaint #11507963 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The rear window is separating from the roof. It seems to be a common problem with certain Camaros and other type GM convertibles. The original roof was replaced on this vehicle for same problem. The replaced rear window, roof is now separating from the roof again. (in less than 2 years since the original roof was replaced) GM/Chevrolet's only fix is to replace the entire roof. It appears to be a manufacturing defect with the glue/adhesive in the manufacturing process. Chevy will not honor or stand behind their product and want me to pay for the entire roof replacement. It is a known issue among Convertible Camaro owners. Chevy even issued a Technical service bulletin on this issue in November of 2019. Bulletin # 17-NA-216. It seems GM will only fix this issue if the vehicle within the 3 year 36,000 mile warranty. I believe this is a safety issue because the rear window could shatter while driving or become loose and fly off and hit other vehicle while at highway speed.
NHTSA complaint #11507963 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the defroster selector was inoperable, and the front and rear windshields could not be properly defrosted. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
NHTSA complaint #11503347 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
I have a 2018 Camaro Convertible. There is a known issue with the convertible tops on these cars. The rear glass separates from the top because of a manufacturing defect. I was told this is not a recall but other Camaro owners reported that GM replaced the top for them at no cost if you make a formal complaint/request. I reached out to GM directly and they told me to visit this webites instead. I am attaching photos.
NHTSA complaint #11497393 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
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.
GM has a service bulletin about issue. it involves all 2016 to current Camaro Convertible models. Back window that is sealed to the top just suddenly pops out. Rolling down window at highway speed while top up just pops out back window. the service bulletin states that and insufficient amount of primer is used during the assembly process. This allows the material to separate from glass. Window just pops out. purchased car new november of 2018 with 50 miles on it. car is garage kept and has less then 17000 miles. i am on my 3rd top. Gm will not cover the serious and potentially dangerous problem. TOP right of passenger side window failed. driving with top up and window open will further seperate glass from top and blow out. car is not safe to drive with top up.
NHTSA complaint #11459059 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the radio, air conditioner, and heater independently activated without warning. The open door and roll down windows message were displayed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 40,600.
NHTSA complaint #11457962 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Hello, My name is Sharris Bridges, I’m the owner of a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. I currently can’t defrost my car and can’t see the road because I have no heat. The Chevrolet Camaro has a issue with the blend door (temperature control door). It’s a piece of plastic that breaks which causes you not to have any heat. I was told by the dealership I would’ve to get the dash and windshield taken out just to get the blend door fixed. The bill they showed me was $20+ (majority in labor) for a issue that plenty people are having with the Camaro. This should be a recall! I’ve no heat, I can’t defrost my car, and more. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=K0jajaoc-ro https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=s0gakV_mGiY https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Py-2ukNVAGs https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tL3CaKzVKm4 Consumer stated they’ll need to take out the windshield and dash to get to the area which needs fixing.
NHTSA complaint #11433829 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
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.
ON COLD MORNING START, THE CLIMATE CONTROL, RADIO, RADIO LIGHTS, BLINKER TICKING AUDIO, DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY, STEERING WHEEL HANDS FREE PHONE CONTROL (SPEEDOMETER, TPS READINGS, TRIP INFO, ETC..) DOES NOT POWER ON. DRIVER CANNOT DEFROST THE WINDOW. THEN... AFTER CAR IS DRIVEN 10-15 MILES THEY POWER ON. (CAR WARMS UP SOME) INTERNET SEARCH REVEALS MANY OTHERS WITH SIMILAR PROBLEM. SOME SAY CLIP A WHITE WIRE BEHIND RADIO, REAL FIX IS REPLACE BCM. AND DEALER ONLY PROGRAM, THE VEHICLE SPECIFIC BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) IT MAY SOUND EASY TO JUST SAY... DONT DRIVE THE CAR, BUT IF YOU HAVE NO OTHER MEANS.... WHO IS GOING TO DO THAT? I AM A ASE CERTIFIED TECH, THOUGH EXPIRED 2002. NOT WRENCHING ANYMORE BUT I KNOW A LITTLE BIT. . I'M NOT LOOKING FOR FREE FIX! THIS COULD BE A REAL PROBLEM [XXX]SEE---> HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/RESULTS? HTTPS://WWW.CAMARO5.COM/FORUMS/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=323832SEARCH_QUERY=+CAMARO+RADIO+SHUTTING+OFF+AND+ON+ HTTPS://WWW.SCANNERDANNER.COM/FORUM/POST-YOUR-REPAIR-QUESTIONS-HERE/1055-2013-CHEVROLET-CAMARO-V6-RADIO-HVAC-CONTROL-UNIT.HTML INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
NHTSA complaint #11384636 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
THE BLEND DOOR IS BROKEN CAUSING THE CAR TO STAY BLOWING COLD AIR WHILE DRIVING AND SITTING STILL. I CAN NOT USE THE DEFROSTER WHICH FOGS THE WINDSHIELD AND I CAN NOT SEE OUT.
NHTSA complaint #11322280 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
ON THE 2010-2014 CAMARO THERE IS A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THE HVAC BLEND/VALVE DOOR. THE ELECTRIC ACTUATOR CONNECTS TO THE DEFECTIVE BLEND/VALVE DOOR IT APPEARS TO BE MADE OF ABS OR SOME TYPE OF PLASTIC. THE MAIN CONCERN IS THAT IN COLD OR RAINY WEATHER THE FRONT DEFROST WILL NOT WORK ALLOWING WINDSHIELD TO FOG UP OBSTRUCTING THE VIEW WHERE THERE IS NO VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS A SERIOUS AND DANGEROUS PROBLEM TO THE MOTORIST. THIS NOT A NORMAL WEAR PART. CHEVROLET HAS NOT OFFERED ANY TYPE OF WARRANTY TO REPAIR THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT BUT WILL CHARGE $2700.00- $3500 TO REPLACE A $14.00 PART. THIS CAUGHT ME OF GUARD A COUPLE OF TIMES IN RAINY WEATHER I HAD TO USE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WINDOW AND MIRROR TO PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY.
NHTSA complaint #11320462 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.