1994 Chevrolet Camaro Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 8%of 144 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 88,640miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1994 Chevrolet Camaro, 8% of the 144 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 88,640 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 2010 Camaro that was purchased new had 36,280 miles on it when it failed the required emission test do to the crankshaft (timing belts) being bad . I have contacted gmc and have asked the dealership in homewood il to assist me in the repairs as the repairs were $1,700.00. I was told that the warranty expired at 36,000 miles or 6 years. I was told that I had to pay for the repairs out of pocket. The Chevrolet dealership and gmc are aware the this year and model car has this engine problem and are not willing to correct them causing the owners to repair the issue and pay for the repairs. …”
NHTSA complaint #10873306, filed 2016-06, 36,280 miles“Auto transmission starts out in 2nd gear for no reason. I bought extended warranty for this car when I bought it and the dealership cannot fix. After 10 trys I want the transmission replaced. Obviously technicians are not qualified to fix problem. I tried to sell the car and was unsuccessful because it started out in 2nd gear when someone was test driving it. What good is the warranty doing me?!?!! The differential-(loud noise) was finally fixed after the 3rd time of going into the shop. You should not sell a GM protection plan if you do not plan to back up you product!!!”
NHTSA complaint #722847, filed 2000-05“While coming off interstate in 5th gear manual transmission exploded. This manual transmission uses auotmatic transmission fluid, and that the teeth in transmission housing were destroyed. Owner is very concerned.”
NHTSA complaint #813794, filed 1997-07“Transmission shifts itself out of park and into reverse. Dealer contacted and is aware of the problem. Problem cannot be remedied and still exists. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #833837, filed 1999-01Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 13% |
| 2022 | 3 | 21% |
| 2021 | 10 | 50% |
| 2020 | 11 | 34% |
| 2019 | 20 | 38% |
| 2018 | 17 | 21% |
| 2017 | 54 | 28% |
| 2016 | 48 | 34% |
| 2015 | 19 | 9% |
| 2014 | 15 | 8% |
| 2013 | 16 | 9% |
| 2012 | 15 | 13% |
| 2011 | 18 | 9% |
| 2010 | 47 | 16% |
| 2002 | 7 | 10% |
| 2001 | 3 | 6% |
| 2000 | 16 | 21% |
| 1999 | 20 | 22% |
| 1998 | 15 | 9% |
| 1997 | 7 | 10% |
| 1996 | 19 | 16% |
| 1995 | 23 | 11% |
| 1994 | 12 | 8% |
| 1993 | 3 | 9% |
| 1992 | 4 | 5% |
| 1991 | 3 | 3% |
| 1985 | 1 | 2% |
| 1983 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
23 complaintsBrakes
21 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsBody and structure
17 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsTires
6 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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