2011 Chevrolet Camaro Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 24 Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro, 12% of all complaints that year, tied to 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries. Median mileage at failure was 38,000, and one related recall (14V447000) addresses power seat height adjuster bolts.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 24
- 12% of 194
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 38,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Convertible top separates, tears, or comes loose from its frame while driving, sometimes at highway speed.
- Convertible top frame assembly chafes or rubs holes into the top fabric even after replacement.
- Convertible top failures have led to water leaks into the cabin, wind noise, and extended dealer downtime.
- Rear seat entry/exit latches stick and trap passengers inside the vehicle.
- Hood design has been reported to block forward visibility in wet conditions.
- Owners describe long delays getting recall-related seat repair parts from dealers.
When 2011 Chevrolet Camaro body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 13, 2011, latest Jun 26, 2025.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
- NHTSA 14V447000Jul 23, 2014Structure & Body414,333 vehicles
Seats:front assembly:power adjust
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
Risk: If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.
Structure & Body complaints by Camaro model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Camaro?
- NHTSA lists 24 Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Camaro, which is 12% of the 194 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2011 Camaro?
- Yes. Recall 14V447000, reported July 23, 2014, covers power seat height adjuster shoulder bolts on certain 2011-2012 Camaros and other GM models; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
- What is the typical mileage when these problems show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 38,000 miles for Structure & Body complaints on the 2011 Camaro.
- Did any Structure & Body complaints involve crashes or injuries?
- Yes, NHTSA records 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries among the Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Camaro.