2002 Chevrolet Camaro Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 12%of 68 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the electrical system of the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro, 12% of the 68 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,000 miles. 1 a fire, 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.
“I have a 2002 chevy Camaro that is experiencing a security light issue and have been reading up on it online....this is such a hazard and a danger to other drivers I cant beleive it isnt under investigation, given that the numbers of complaints are outrageous! The other thing is the monoply that GM has on this problem, they are the only ones who can fix it, not your favorite home town mechanic, but GM only. The testing equipment used to diagnose this is only sold to them! …”
NHTSA complaint #10394010, filed 2011-04, 78,000 miles“Since delivery the left rear of the vehicle rattled. The dealer attempted to fix the problem but the attempts were unsuccessful. The vehicle also experienced sloppy shifting, noisy drive train, no traction control, many squeaks and vibrations. The windshield scratched easily front he wiper blades which caused poor visibility.”
NHTSA complaint #10021544, filed 2003-06, 3 miles“Typically in the afternoon on warm / hot days and after the car has sat all day outside, I'll go to start it, put the key into start position and the starter will not engage. All else seems to be functioning correctly. The fuel and temp gauges go back to 0 position, voltage drops but not by much. I have had to switch to the start position as much as 75 times before the starter engages. When it does engage it is turns over strongly. This isn't a battery problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10627747, filed 2014-08“The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the control box in the engine, located near the firewall, caused the fuel injectors to pour fuel into the engine. As a result, the engine was ruined. When the vehicle was started, white smoke appeared from the exhaust. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but they went out of business. The vehicle was towed to another dealer and they replaced the entire engine. The manufacturer offered him a 10% discount and the contact paid $6,200 for the repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #10254101, filed 2009-01, 44,000 miles“On raining days the front windshield leaked water inside of the vehicle. Water leaked onto the fuse box/consumer legs/brakes, and gas pedal, resulting in an electrical short. Then, vehicle caught on fire. Dealer was notified.”
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Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 31% |
| 2021 | 3 | 15% |
| 2020 | 7 | 22% |
| 2019 | 7 | 13% |
| 2018 | 20 | 25% |
| 2017 | 25 | 13% |
| 2016 | 31 | 22% |
| 2015 | 111 | 54% |
| 2014 | 99 | 53% |
| 2013 | 81 | 43% |
| 2012 | 27 | 24% |
| 2011 | 29 | 15% |
| 2010 | 42 | 14% |
| 2002 | 8 | 12% |
| 2001 | 5 | 10% |
| 2000 | 11 | 14% |
| 1999 | 12 | 13% |
| 1998 | 16 | 9% |
| 1997 | 6 | 9% |
| 1996 | 15 | 13% |
| 1995 | 22 | 10% |
| 1994 | 19 | 13% |
| 1993 | 2 | 6% |
| 1992 | 6 | 7% |
| 1991 | 13 | 15% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1989 | 4 | 16% |
| 1988 | 1 | 6% |
| 1987 | 2 | 7% |
| 1986 | 1 | 3% |
| 1985 | 2 | 4% |
| 1984 | 1 | 3% |
| 1983 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
22 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsEngine
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology