2016 Chevrolet Camaro engine problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that on the same day that the vehicle was purchased, the vehicle experienced a failure. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to immediately start-up. The dealer, Flori Auto Sales LLC, was…”
filed Dec 12, 2025
“The component that failed is the 8-speed automatic transmission and torque converter on my 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS. The system experienced shuddering, slipping, and overheating, leading to unsafe driving conditions. The defective parts are no longer available for inspection because they are being…”
filed Jun 27, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Camaro years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Camaro | 4 | 13% |
| 2019 Camaro | 5 | 10% |
| 2018 Camaro | 15 | 19% |
| 2017 Camaro | 25 | 14% |
| 2015 Camaro | 25 | 12% |
| 2014 Camaro | 20 | 11% |
| 2013 Camaro | 15 | 8% |
| 2012 Camaro | 26 | 23% |
| 2011 Camaro | 28 | 14% |
| 2010 Camaro | 74 | 25% |
| 2002 Camaro | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 Camaro | 1 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.