1997 Chevrolet Camaro Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 69 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro, 6% of the 69 complaints for this model year. 1 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.
“Dealer has been jerking me around. Replaced the intake manifold gasket once. Year went by, got another oil leak and the water pump went up. Took to the dealership, they replaced water pump, but didn't fill the coolant back up. They alleged to have fixed the intake manifold gasket again. Still getting an oil leak. Checked the problem myslef and found oil coming from pinion seal. Dealership said that it wasn't leaking when I just had the water pump fixed. They charged me to replace the pinion seal, even after talking to the service manager, Chevrolet and gmpp, the extended warrenty provider. …”
NHTSA complaint #716911, filed 2000-01“Engine stalled intermittently. Vehicle taken to the repair shop, and consumer was informed that problem was a malfunctioning fuel pump. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8012903, filed 2002-06“During repairs technician informed consumer of a melted furl pump wire within tfuel tank which could cause a possible fire. Dealer and manufactuere were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8012907, filed 2002-06“#5 fuel injector failed for the 3rd time while driving, causing vehicle to slow down considerably, almost having a collision. Consumer this was3rd failed fuel injector in 5 years.”
NHTSA complaint #8018528, filed 2002-09Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 25% |
| 2022 | 1 | 7% |
| 2021 | 4 | 20% |
| 2020 | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 4% |
| 2018 | 5 | 6% |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% |
| 2016 | 4 | 3% |
| 2015 | 9 | 4% |
| 2014 | 5 | 3% |
| 2013 | 5 | 3% |
| 2012 | 3 | 3% |
| 2011 | 5 | 3% |
| 2010 | 10 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 7% |
| 2001 | 2 | 4% |
| 2000 | 3 | 4% |
| 1999 | 4 | 4% |
| 1998 | 10 | 6% |
| 1997 | 4 | 6% |
| 1996 | 11 | 9% |
| 1995 | 20 | 9% |
| 1994 | 23 | 16% |
| 1993 | 4 | 13% |
| 1992 | 22 | 25% |
| 1991 | 33 | 38% |
| 1990 | 5 | 20% |
| 1989 | 2 | 8% |
| 1988 | 5 | 29% |
| 1984 | 1 | 3% |
| 1983 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
13 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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