2016 Chevrolet Camaro Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 4%of 141 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 23,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, 4% of the 141 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 23,000 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.
“I was driving during rush hour at 70mph when my axle shaft abruptly disconnected from the car. It was shaking violently, and I was unable to accelerate. I was only able to coast through three lanes of traffic to get the car off the road. I almost died when the person behind me almost drove through me when the shaft disconnected and the car suddenly slowed without the brake lights going off.”
NHTSA complaint #11139083, filed 2018-10, 23,000 miles“Car is shutting off while driving on roadways. Car not shutting off when pushing the ignition button. Car not starting at home or while in the community. All of this leaving me stranded for periods of time or holding up traffic. No codes being thrown to dash which leads me to believe something is wrong with the computer system. The chassis bounces and studders as if somthing is about to ceese up and the drive shaft clumks. Stabilitrak light has been fixed several times, traction control comes on as well. Numerous times not just once”
NHTSA complaint #11020481, filed 2017-08, 21,000 miles“Delayed hard shifting at take off in transmission. Clunking sound on left turns from rear end. Whining noise from rear end when driving. Seized engine at 66,000 miles 2016 chevy Camaro ss”
NHTSA complaint #11245376, filed 2019-08, 65,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of power and a lack of acceleration while driving 40 MPH. In addition, the reduced performance warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to nalley Chevrolet (4200 jonesboro rd, union city, ga) where it was diagnosed that the clutch failed and recommended it be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the stabilitrak warning indicator illuminated afterwards. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the suspension failed and needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11115537, filed 2018-08, 20,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11015409Feb 25, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles.
- 11009461Sep 26, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Characteristics of Wide Low Aspect Ratio Tires, Vehicle Pulls Left or Right, Wanders, Follows Depressions in Road Surface, Tramlining.
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 6% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 2 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 5 | 4% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 6 | 5% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 | 15 | 5% |
| 2002 | 4 | 6% |
| 2001 | 1 | 2% |
| 2000 | 5 | 7% |
| 1999 | 7 | 8% |
| 1998 | 3 | 2% |
| 1997 | 4 | 6% |
| 1996 | 3 | 3% |
| 1995 | 8 | 4% |
| 1994 | 1 | 1% |
| 1993 | 1 | 3% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
| 1989 | 1 | 4% |
| 1985 | 1 | 2% |
| 1983 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro
48 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsSteering
22 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology