2012 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 28 engine complaints for the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro, 25% of all 113 complaints filed for the year. Owners typically reported stalling and power loss around a median of 58,300 miles. There is no related recall on file for this engine issue.
- Engine complaints
- 28
- 25% of 113
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 58,300 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Engine stalls or shuts off unexpectedly at low speeds, sometimes while in reverse or coming to a stop.
- Sudden loss of power on the highway, with the car slowing to around 40 mph and refusing to accelerate further.
- Reduced-power warning light illuminates alongside stalling, in one case leading to loss of control and a crash into a median.
- Shuddering or shaking sensation felt through the drivetrain between certain RPM ranges in both automatic and manual modes.
- Internal engine damage reported, including a spun rod bearing and faulty wrist pins and piston that required replacement.
- Hesitation and choking sensation during acceleration when the transmission attempts to shift gears.
When 2012 Chevrolet Camaro engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 28, 2012, latest Dec 5, 2023.
Engine recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Engine complaints by Camaro model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems on the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro?
- NHTSA lists 28 engine complaints for the 2012 Camaro, which is 25% of all 113 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro engine?
- No. NHTSA's records show no related recalls tied to the engine complaints for this model year.
- At what mileage do 2012 Camaro engine problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 58,300 miles.
- What kind of engine failures do 2012 Camaro owners report?
- Owners describe stalling at low speeds, sudden power loss while driving, shuddering between RPM ranges, and internal damage such as a spun rod bearing or faulty piston components.
- How does the 2012 Camaro compare to other years for engine complaints?
- The 2012 Camaro's 28 engine complaints (25% share) is lower than the 2010 model's 93 complaints (32% share) but higher in share than several later years like 2013's 11%.