2016 Chevrolet Camaro: common problems and reliability

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has 138 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are power train and electrical system. Owners most often flag severely compromised outward visibility and blind spots: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2016 model year

138
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crash reports
4
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2016 a good year for the Camaro?

Across the 12 Camaro model years we track, complaint volume runs from 54 (2001) to 519 (2017). With 138 complaints, the 2016 Camaro sits belowthe model's median of 187.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

power train
46
electrical system
29
steering
22
engine
21
service brakes
9

Recalls affecting the 2016 Camaro

electrical system:software

Campaign 16V084000

Genera Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, Malibu, Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles. The radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ign

What owners say across generations

Mixed sentiment with strong generational divides. The sixth-generation (2016+) models, particularly V8 SS and ZL1 variants, receive significant praise for exceptional handling, track performance, and the potency of the LT/LT4 engines…

  • Severely compromised outward visibility and blind spots: very frequent.
  • Uncomfortable, cramped interior with poor ergonomics: very frequent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Camaro. See the full Camaro owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used Camaro listings typically run $17,175–$28,590 across 2010 to 2023 model years.

Other Camaro model years

Compare every Camaro year side by side to see how 2016 ranks against the rest.

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