2018 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 19%of 81 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,613miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the engine of the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro, 19% of the 81 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,613 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Came in due to an exhaust rattle issue on my vehicle. The issue was duplicated by the dealership, and they informed me that there is a leak in the exhaust system that is causing this rattle noise. The leak is in the center of the exhaust pipe, underneath the center console. I was told by the dealership that the vehicle is safe to operate, however that is not my experience. There is excessive noise coming from the exhaust causing disturbance in my neighborhood, and also the smell of exhaust gas is at times apparent in the cabin. …”
NHTSA complaint #11384243, filed 2020-12, 22,226 miles“Transmission shudder. This is a common problem with this Camaro. A lot of people online are experiencing the same thing. The transmission shudders when driving it. Even after servicing the fluid etc... It has to be the way they designed the transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #11407954, filed 2021-04, 30,000 miles“The vehicle has stalled numerous times attempting to start from a stop. Vehicle has also stalled going up driveways. Only way to avoid stalling is to not apply throttle or ride the clutch which is going to prematurely wear said clutch.”
NHTSA complaint #11076796, filed 2018-03, 3,000 miles“I’ve been experiencing my acceleration and brake pedal engaging without my intervention. While driving , a sudden unintended acceleration will occur followed by the brakes engaging by itself. With the sudden acceleration, fail to accelerate, & delay stopping, all of these factors can cause danger to both the passengers in the car, including myself & others on the road around me which is a very big safety issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11514800, filed 2023-03“The car had a partial oil pump failure where oil pressure dropped 30% in 2 days at 14k miles while under warranty. car was taken to dealership where I was denied service. they said I put the wrong oil in it and installed the oil filter wrong . I cant even think of a way that is possible. they changed the oil and filter and pushed me out the door. Tt 18.6k miles the pump completely gave out and had zero oil pressure while driving, which destroyed the engine. A quick search online will yeild plenty of instances where the 18+ camaro ZL1 has had oil pump falures.”
NHTSA complaint #11655349, filed 2025-04Related service bulletins
- 11024330Sep 6, 2025This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the camshaft actuator magnet to correct customer concerns of engine related shudder.
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11020254May 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in…
- 11019503Apr 18, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11014581Feb 20, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the exhaust resonator/muffler assembly to correct a customer concern of rattle noise from exhaust.
- 11014575Feb 20, 2025This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of a chirp, squeak noise heard coming from the rear of vehicle.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 38% |
| 2022 | 4 | 29% |
| 2021 | 3 | 15% |
| 2020 | 4 | 13% |
| 2019 | 5 | 9% |
| 2018 | 15 | 19% |
| 2017 | 25 | 13% |
| 2016 | 22 | 16% |
| 2015 | 25 | 12% |
| 2014 | 21 | 11% |
| 2013 | 15 | 8% |
| 2012 | 26 | 23% |
| 2011 | 28 | 14% |
| 2010 | 74 | 25% |
| 2002 | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 | 1 | 2% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 1 | 0% |
| 1994 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro
20 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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