Most common 2001 Chevrolet Camaro problems
Share of the 48 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Camaro complaints by model year
Best Camaro years: 2021, 2022, 2023. Years to avoid: 2010, 2015, 1995. Compare all years →
What 2001 Chevrolet Camaro owners say
Brakes
My 2001 Camaro with less than 37K miles was taken to the dealership for new brakes. No reason I took car to dealership other than I wanted new brakes though nothing squeaked & I had no trouble. I did not expect to be told I needed new rotors as the dealership informed me the current rotors were too thin and I needed to replace them as well as the pads and brake linings. I was stunned as the car is hardly driven but a mere 8 miles round trip to work & back the last two years. I would have thought the other california dealership car was taken too just 7 months prior for brake inspection at 33,713 would have advised of impending issue? In reviewing the brake inspection paperwork dated 7/24/05 I clearly noticed the techs lack of attention to even filling in the proper boxes ie: brake linings. The $1100 spent to fix problem is not an issue. Its the safety issue! …
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the steering column was not securely connected due to a premature fracture of an internal component which was affecting the steering wheel and the emergency brake lever failed to function. In addition, the contact experienced various electrical outages as the failure progressed. The vehicle was not yet inspected by a dealer and the contact was to check with the manufacturer to determine their recommended solution for a dealer to diagnose and repair the vehicle. The VIN was not available. The steering column will not lock into place while driving or before driving on both residential roads and highway settings. As for the brake system, it is the emergency brake handle release the cable wile putting the car in park it will sometimes roll after applying the emergency brake also. …
Engine & cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle there was a sound of metal rubbing near the engine. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred however, the noise was continuous whenever the engine of the vehicle was running. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 51,500.
Tl contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the vehicle was stalling. The cause of failure was diagnosed as a corroded connection of the fuel pump wiring in the tank. The wiring overheated and the insulation had melted as well. The contact repaired the vehicle, but is concerned that other vehicles with this failure could stall or burst into flames in the middle of the road. The current and failure mileages were 67,000.
Steering
Ramiro mayorga owner of ideal autos sold me this car knowing he had a mechanic reset the mileage and break indicators and airbag indicators. The airbags are none functional I complained to the bbb but there was nothing they would do. He wouldn't take the car back & return my money. There are many defects.10 minutes after we made a deal I gave him the check. I started to drive and the rims and tires were bad. The steering was even worse. The steering is not there it takes about 50 lbs. Of muscle to turn it the steering wheel. The were dented so where the car drives it bumps really bad. I tried to give the car back within the same 10 minutes and get back the bank check.. He would not return it.I left the car at his business for 3 days but he would not take it. He threatened me with the tow & police. He's a whole scammer. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the steering column was not securely connected due to a premature fracture of an internal component which was affecting the steering wheel and the emergency brake lever failed to function. In addition, the contact experienced various electrical outages as the failure progressed. The vehicle was not yet inspected by a dealer and the contact was to check with the manufacturer to determine their recommended solution for a dealer to diagnose and repair the vehicle. The VIN was not available. The steering column will not lock into place while driving or before driving on both residential roads and highway settings. As for the brake system, it is the emergency brake handle release the cable wile putting the car in park it will sometimes roll after applying the emergency brake also. …
2001 Chevrolet Camaro engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 17 / 28 / 21 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 17 / 29 / 21 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 17 / 26 / 20 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro a good car?
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 Camaro rates better than average: 76% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Camaro at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro?
The brakes — 15 complaints, 31% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the engine & cooling (9) and steering (6).
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Camaro?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2021, 2022 and 2023. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2010, 2015 and 1995. See the full Chevrolet Camaro years comparison.
At what mileage do 2001 Chevrolet Camaro problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 43,000 miles; 55% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.