2012 Chevrolet Camaro Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 113 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro, 3% of the 113 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,000 miles.
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.
“On rs models with the hid headlights, the plastic reflector for the hid capsule cracks and breaks down, greatly reducing light output. This is an internal component to the headlight assembly.”
NHTSA complaint #11062805, filed 2018-01, 18,000 miles“Coolant leaking from the water pump area and the water pump area and the water outlet that sits above the water pump. Timing cover gasket: the front cover is leaking oil. Major problem is the back signal lights. Major problems is the trunk leaking water and bulb sockets are getting corroded. Both the rear tail lamps have water in them and have damaged the sockets for the outer bulbs. Needs both tail lamps and harnesses replaced. This could cause rear end accidents on the hwy. …”
NHTSA complaint #11302549, filed 2020-01Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10246003Oct 16, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will…
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 6% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 5 | 2% |
| 2014 | 17 | 9% |
| 2013 | 7 | 4% |
| 2012 | 3 | 3% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 15 | 5% |
| 2002 | 3 | 4% |
| 2000 | 6 | 8% |
| 1999 | 5 | 6% |
| 1998 | 4 | 2% |
| 1997 | 7 | 10% |
| 1996 | 3 | 3% |
| 1995 | 7 | 3% |
| 1994 | 2 | 1% |
| 1992 | 2 | 2% |
| 1991 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
27 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsAir bags
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsFuel system
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 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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