2019 Chevrolet Camaro Problems: 8 Known Issues
2019 model year · 2,159+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 2,159+ owner reports, the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro has 8 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are Water in the trunk can damage the rear fuse block, causing no-start or electrical faults — bulletin 18-NA-375, Steering-wheel "Camaro" emblem can break loose when the airbag deploys — recall 21V211 and Fuel pump failure causing no-start or fuel leak (owner reports). The most commonly reported issue is Shake or shudder at steady 25-80 mph from the 8-speed torque converter clutch — bulletin 18-NA-355 with 890 owner reports. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls5 recalls
SEAT BELTS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The left or right axle shaft may be missing a retaining ring, which could allow the axle shaft to separate while driving.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
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What are the most common Chevrolet Camaro problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 2,159+ owner reports, the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro has 8 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Water in the trunk can damage the rear fuse block, causing no-start or electrical faults — bulletin 18-NA-375, Steering-wheel "Camaro" emblem can break loose when the airbag deploys — recall 21V211, Fuel pump failure causing no-start or fuel leak (owner reports). Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
The 2019 Chevrolet Camaro has 8 known issues documented across 2,159+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Water in the trunk can damage the rear fuse block, causing no-start or electrical faults — bulletin 18-NA-375 and Steering-wheel "Camaro" emblem can break loose when the airbag deploys — recall 21V211 and Fuel pump failure causing no-start or fuel leak (owner reports). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2016-2024 Chevrolet Camaro Water in the trunk can damage the rear fuse block, causing no-start or electrical faults — bulletin 18-NA-375?
GM says water getting into the rear compartment can damage electrical parts there, including the rear body fuse block. Owners may see a no-start, a clicking or dead radio, the Check Engine light, various other electrical problems, or smoke or fire from the trunk. Applies to: 2016… Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro Steering-wheel "Camaro" emblem can break loose when the airbag deploys — recall 21V211?
GM's recall says the plastic "Camaro" emblem on the driver airbag cover was made from improperly molded plastic and may separate when the driver airbag deploys. If it separates, there is an increased risk of injury in a crash. Applies to: About 30 specific 2017-2021 Camaro cars i… Severity: high.
What is the 2018-2019 Chevrolet Camaro Fuel pump failure causing no-start or fuel leak (owner reports)?
Owners report fuel pump failures on sixth-generation Camaros: a 2018 owner reports hesitation to start, fumes and then a no-start that the dealer traced to the fuel pump, and a 2019 owner reports a cracked, leaking high-pressure fuel pump at 37,000 miles. Applies to: 2018-2019 Ca… Severity: high.
What is the 2016-2019 Chevrolet Camaro Shake or shudder at steady 25-80 mph from the 8-speed torque converter clutch — bulletin 18-NA-355?
GM says some cars shake or shudder during light-throttle acceleration or steady driving between 25 and 80 mph when the transmission is not shifting, described as driving over rumble strips. GM attributes this to torque converter clutch shudder. Applies to: 2016-2019 Camaro with t… Severity: medium.
What is the 2019-2020 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L turbo misfire from carbon-tracked spark plugs and coils — GM service update N192281810?
GM says some 2.0L turbo (LTG) Camaros may have abnormal combustion (misfire), with the Check Engine light on and/or a reported lack of power, linked to carbon tracking on the spark plugs and ignition coil boots. Applies to: 2019-2020 Camaro with the 2.0L turbo LTG engine (GM serv… Severity: medium.
What is the 2016-2020 Chevrolet Camaro "Shift to Park" message stays on while in Park — bulletin 21-NA-245?
GM says some cars show a "Shift to Park" message in the driver information center. The cause may be that the park switch cannot pull the signal circuit low to tell the body control module the car is in Park. Applies to: 2016-2020 Camaro with an automatic transmission (GM bulletin… Severity: medium.
What is the 2016-2019 Chevrolet Camaro Rear axle moan on the first turns when cold (limited-slip axle) — bulletin 17-NA-287?
GM says that when the car is cold or has sat for several hours, a moan can come from the rear on the first one or two turns and goes away once warm. GM attributes it to slip/stick of the limited-slip (posi-traction) clutch plates. Applies to: 2016-2019 Camaro with the limited-sli… Severity: low.
What is the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro Radio screen goes blank, resets or ignores touch — bulletin 20-NA-097?
GM says a software problem in the radio can make the display go blank or black at random, stop responding to touch, reset itself or ramp the volume up to maximum without input; Apple CarPlay and Waze may also not work properly. Applies to: 2019 Camaro equipped with the IOR infota… Severity: low.
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