How common are electrical problems in the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro?

NHTSA has 20 Electrical System complaints for the 2018 Camaro, which is 25% of the 80 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2018 Camaro's electrical issues?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2018 Camaro.

At what mileage do these electrical failures usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 44,720 miles.

Have these electrical problems caused any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 fire reports and 0 crashes tied to this Electrical System complaint area for the 2018 Camaro.

How does 2018 compare to other Camaro years for electrical complaints?

The 25% share for 2018 is lower than 2014 (54%) and 2015 (55%), but higher than 2017 (14%) and 2019 (13%).

2018 Chevrolet Camaro Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 20 Electrical System complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro, 25% of all 80 complaints filed for the year, with 2 fire reports and a median failure mileage of 44,720. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 20; 25% of 80
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 44,721 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report water intrusion into the trunk-mounted rear fuse box and battery compartment, which can short the electrical system and shut the vehicle off while driving.
Some describe smoke coming from the trunk area, in some cases tied to the trunk failing to unlock and the door popping open while driving.
Several report the battery draining completely within days even when the car is locked and parked, sometimes requiring a lengthy jump start.
Drivers describe the vehicle failing to start on multiple occasions along with instrument panel and OnStar malfunctions and remote lock/unlock failures.
Owners note doors unlocking on their own, windows not closing fully, interior lights staying on after shutdown, and a knocking noise from the driver door.
Some describe a park-shift warning message that will not clear, preventing the ignition from turning off while the vehicle is stationary.

When 2018 Chevrolet Camaro electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 8, 2018, latest Nov 21, 2025.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2018 to Nov 2025; peak Apr 2023 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Camaro model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201054 (18%)
201132 (16%)
201230 (27%)
201384 (45%)
2014101 (54%)
2015114 (55%)
201631 (22%)
201726 (14%)
201820 (25%)
20197 (13%)
20208 (26%)
20212 (11%)
20220 (0%)
20235 (33%)
20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro?: NHTSA has 20 Electrical System complaints for the 2018 Camaro, which is 25% of the 80 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Camaro's electrical issues?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2018 Camaro.
At what mileage do these electrical failures usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 44,720 miles.
Have these electrical problems caused any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 fire reports and 0 crashes tied to this Electrical System complaint area for the 2018 Camaro.
How does 2018 compare to other Camaro years for electrical complaints?: The 25% share for 2018 is lower than 2014 (54%) and 2015 (55%), but higher than 2017 (14%) and 2019 (13%).