2017 Chevrolet Camaro engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle has repeatedly lost electrical power while driving. During one incident at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle’s electronics shut off and power steering assist stuttered/lost assist for several seconds, causing reduced vehicle control. During another incident while turning/in a turning…”
filed May 31, 2026
“Thermostat is not lasting to recommend mileage. Gm states that this part start going bad at 100,000 miles. My vehicle had 40,000 miles when my thermostat went out. I looked online and this been an ongoing problem. For Chevy Camaro owners.”
filed Mar 30, 2026
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% |
| 2016 Camaro | 21 | 15% |
| 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 2017 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.