The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro is associated with 185 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Steering, accounting for 45 reports (24% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 8 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2l 4-cyl, 3.6l 6-cyl, and 6.2l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 15 to 25 MPG combined.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 185 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Steering (45 / 24%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 13 crash / 1 fire / 7 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 15–25 MPG (8 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Camaro | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $3,050 / yr |
| Camaro | 2L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 20 MPG | 30 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 MPG | 28 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 MPG | 28 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 17 MPG | 27 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 MPG | 25 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $4,000 / yr |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 14 MPG | 20 MPG | 16 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S10) | 12 MPG | 20 MPG | 15 MPG | — | $5,050 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| C RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | | 8.3% |
| 2 DR RWD | | | | | 8.3% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2017 Chevrolet Camaro models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic "Camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.
Affected Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.
View all 2017 Chevrolet Camaro recalls & campaign history (3 campaigns) →