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2016 Chevrolet Camaro: common problems and reliability
An average Camaro year.
141 owner complaints, most about power train. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Camaro?The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has 141 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are power train and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Camaro years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the Camaro?
Across the 21 Camaro model years we track, complaint volume runs from 54 (2001) to 523 (2017). With 141 complaints, the 2016 Camaro sits above the model's median of 121.
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
Recalls affecting the 2016 Camaro
electrical system:software
Campaign 16V084000Genera 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 ignition and the door is opened or when the driver does not fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection", and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with strong generational divides.
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 $15,475–$25,095 across 1987 to 2024 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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