Steering complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 9% | 7,000 miles |
| 2018 | 18 | 22% | 37,000 miles |
| 2017 | 58 | 31% | 27,000 miles |
| 2016 | 22 | 16% | 36,000 miles |
| 2015 | 17 | 8% | 40,000 miles |
| 2014 | 32 | 17% | 28,000 miles |
| 2013 | 23 | 12% | 20,000 miles |
| 2012 | 8 | 7% | 20,000 miles |
| 2011 | 14 | 7% | 13,000 miles |
| 2010 | 13 | 4% | 45,000 miles |
| 2002 | 2 | 3% | 15,000 miles |
| 2001 | 6 | 13% | 55,000 miles |
| 2000 | 5 | 7% | 35,000 miles |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1998 | 8 | 5% | 120,000 miles |
| 1997 | 5 | 7% | 94,000 miles |
| 1996 | 6 | 5% | 0 miles |
| 1995 | 13 | 6% | 104,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power steering, steering column, rack and pinion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH and, on a race, track the vehicle would not brake and the steering wheel failed to turn the vehicle as the contact was navigating a turn on the racetrack. The contact crashed into the racetrack wall on the driver's side. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed by a manufacturer representative, however, the information was not shared with the contact. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000.
After driving approximately 4 hours at highway speeds of 65- 70 mph the steering became very difficult to move, then suddenly the car jolted in the intended direction creating an need to compensate back in other direction. Same issue encountered I had to force the steering in the direction to correct and stay in lane, again jolting in the opposite direction. This happened repeatedly until I could exit the highway. During city travel car responded normally. On return home after approximately 4 hours driving again, same situation no control of steering. Extremely dangerous situation, car is not road worthy. Brought to dealer, response after 3 days in shop - no codes so nothing to repair. Failure of Camaro steering due to rack and pinion, and control boards are found for many similar events during proceeding years of the car.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated when the vehicle was started, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with steering gear failure. The contact was informed that the steering gear needed to be replaced and reprogrammed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced an unknown recall repair; however, the VIN was not associated with the unknown recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,276.
The contact owned a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost steering functionality, preventing the contact from steering from side to side. Additionally, the message "Service Power Steering Assist" was displayed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V175000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with power steering failure. The vehicle was repaired out of pocket. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 14,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, a message indicating that the electronic power steering needed to be serviced was displayed, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the vehicle was significantly difficult to steer. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road by using physical strength to steer the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the steering wheel responded as needed. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. …
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and accelerating to merge onto the highway, the power steering failed. The contact stopped the vehicle, shifted the vehicle into park(P), and turned off and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle regained power steering functionality. The contact stated heard three beeps and a power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the power steering failure was ongoing however, the failure was only intermittent. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, who determined that the power steering had a loosened wire on the power steering wiring harness along with some corrosion. The dealer recommended parts be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,655.
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving over the train tracks at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that there was smoke and a burning odor coming through the vents. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact opened the hood and inspected the engine compartment, but the contact could not find the origin of the burning odor. The vehicle was towed to the residence, where the contact discovered that the smoke and the burning odor were coming from the starter that was 3 inches away from the exhaust manifold, by design. The contact purchased the starter from the dealer, and the contact replaced the starter; however, the failure persisted. The contact then noticed that the wires and the wiring harness of the starter were severely burned. …
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, requiring the contact to use excessive force to steer the vehicle. The contact stated that upon replacing the battery, the power steering feature returned for one day before the failure returned. While the vehicle was idling, the contact attempted to turn the steering wheel, and the message "Power Steering Assist Unavailable - Drive Safely" was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V175000 (Steering) and 19V086000 (Steering); however, the model year was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 47,204.
Related recalls (4)
Steering › Electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025.
Steering › Electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.
Steering
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
Remedy: GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge.
Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
The steering intermediate shaft could have been improperly assembled causing the shaft lower coupling to loosen and rotate on the steering gear input shaft.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the intermediate steering shaft for the correct lower coupling and replace it as required.
Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Camaro years have steering problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2017 (58), 2014 (32), 2013 (23), 2016 (22) and 2018 (18) model years. Steering complaints make up 31% of all complaints for the 2017.
Is there a recall for Chevrolet Camaro steering problems?
Yes — 4 recalls, including 25V-175 (electric power assist system, Mar 20, 2025); 19V-086 (electric power assist system, Feb 7, 2019); 14V-409 (steering, Jul 2, 2014). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Chevrolet Camaro steering problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 31,000 miles; 70% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the steering wheel/handle bar (8 mentions), followed by the hydraulic power assist system (7).
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.