2016 Chevrolet Camaro Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#8 most-complained of 15 Camaro years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has a Complaint Index of 50, ranking 8th worst out of 15 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 141 complaints, 1 recall, 3 crashes, and 4 fires, with transmission and powertrain issues leading at 34% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 141
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 4
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 18.5 city / 28 hwy
Top 2016 Chevy Camaro problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain48 (34%)
- Electrical System31 (22%)
- Engine27 (19%)
- Steering22 (16%)
- Other19 (13%)
- Brakes11 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers10 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires8 (6%)
- Seat Belts5 (4%)
- Structure & Body5 (4%)
What owners report
- Front wheels shake uncontrollably at low speed, sometimes leading to loss of control and a crash.
- Steering wheel can seize suddenly during acceleration or turning, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway.
- Engine compartment can emit smoke and catch fire while driving.
- A stiff electrical cable near the clutch pedal can prevent full clutch engagement, causing the car to stall in traffic.
- Engine runs rough with grinding noise, hard transmission shifts, illuminated check engine light, and reduced speed shown on the display.
- Front windshield can fog up heavily in humid conditions, obstructing visibility.
2016 Chevrolet Camaro recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 16V084000Feb 11, 2016Electrical System139 vehicles
Electrical system:software
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 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."
Risk: An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15808.
2016 Chevrolet Camaro fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2016 compared with other Camaro years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2016 Camaro a Complaint Index of 50 and a Caution verdict, ranking 8th worst among the 15 model years with data. It performs better than 2010-2014 but worse than 2018-2023 model years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro?
- Transmission and powertrain issues make up 34% of complaints, followed by electrical system problems at 22% and engine issues at 19%. The median mileage at failure for transmission problems is 12,000 miles.
- Does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Camaro, covering the radio's failure to sound an audio warning when the key is left in the ignition. This is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2016 Camaro compare to other model years?
- With a Complaint Index of 50, the 2016 Camaro ranks better than 2010 (100), 2013 (93), and 2014 (86), but worse than 2018 (43), 2019 (21), and 2022 (7).