Transmission complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 13% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 21% | 23,000 miles |
| 2021 | 10 | 50% | 80,000 miles |
| 2020 | 11 | 34% | 21,000 miles |
| 2019 | 20 | 38% | 5,000 miles |
| 2018 | 17 | 21% | 20,000 miles |
| 2017 | 54 | 29% | 20,000 miles |
| 2016 | 48 | 34% | 12,000 miles |
| 2015 | 19 | 9% | 30,000 miles |
| 2014 | 15 | 8% | 10,000 miles |
| 2013 | 16 | 9% | 10,000 miles |
| 2012 | 15 | 13% | 8,000 miles |
| 2011 | 18 | 9% | 16,000 miles |
| 2010 | 47 | 16% | 19,000 miles |
| 2002 | 7 | 10% | 0 miles |
| 2001 | 3 | 6% | — |
| 2000 | 16 | 21% | 14,000 miles |
| 1999 | 20 | 22% | 43,000 miles |
| 1998 | 15 | 9% | — |
| 1997 | 7 | 10% | — |
| 1996 | 19 | 16% | — |
| 1995 | 23 | 11% | 104,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift to park(P) as intended, requiring the driver to shift into reverse(R) and then into park(P). There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was due to a faulty switch. The contact related the failure to GM TSB Number: 21-NA-245. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000. The VIN was not available.
When I first purchase the brand new 2022 chevy Camaro LS, the car drove smooth. A. Few weeks later I notice the car did not smoothly shift into gear. From gear 1 to 2 the shift was delayed before kicking in. I have taken the car twice to chevy dealership because the car is still under warranty but because the technicians were unable to detect the issue ( no light on dashboard, no codes detected for service) they were unable to recreate/detect the issue I was and still currently experiencing. 2025, the check engine light came on the a code was detected from the system. P0700 - Transmission system.The car is drivable but there are times when the car does not kick into gear and stalls in the middle of traffic. From research and experience, I believe the transmission silinoid for gear 1&2 has gone bad. …
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly jerked and jolted before returning to normal functionality. The contact stated that the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that a software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); the VIN was included, but the vehicle was already repaired under the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
I own a 2021 Chevrolet Camaro SS equipped with an automatic transmission. Before the recall for "Momentary Wheel Lock-Up" was performed, my vehicle began experiencing harsh shifting, harsh engagement into Drive and Reverse, and the transmission would occasionally lock up while backing up, making it feel like the brakes were suddenly applied. On one occasion, the vehicle also attempted to move forward while still in Park. I brought the vehicle to a Chevrolet dealership because these symptoms were similar to the recall description. The dealership completed the recall software update, but the symptoms did not improve. The dealer later diagnosed the vehicle as needing a complete transmission replacement due to internal transmission damage and stated that the failure was not related to the recall. The dealership recommended replacing the transmission at my expense. …
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. The vehicle twisted and the wheels locked. The vehicle crashed into a concrete curb. The contact stated that the vehicle incurred damage to the front passenger's door, and the front passenger's door panel was detached. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure was due to an unrepaired recall. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle had an electrical system failure, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer multiple times; however, the repair was unrepaired. The contact stated initially that there were three unrepaired recalls; however, two were repaired. …
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while shifting into gears to pull out of a parking space, the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the TCM was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to respond. The vehicle hit a brick wall and crashed into an unoccupied parked vehicle, which then pushed an occupied vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The side air bags deployed. There was no injury sustained. A police report was filed. It was unknown whether there was property damage. The vehicle was towed to Caliber Collision and was awaiting an insurance adjuster assessment. …
The contact owns a Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle on the side of a residential road, she attempted to place the shift knob from Drive into Park. At that moment, the vehicle suddenly jolted and accelerated forward independently. The vehicle proceeded through a red light at approximately 20 MPH. The contact attempted to maneuver the vehicle to avoid colliding with traffic, but the incident concluded when the vehicle crashed into a nearby high school building. The vehicle was going 20 MPH at the time of the crash. The front of the contact vehicle crashed into the building. The property damage was a high school gate. The vehicle's final position ended in a high school gate. The air bags deployed, but the vehicle emblem on the steering wheel caused the consumer to have extensive injuries on her forehead. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. …
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that it felt like the front end of the vehicle was out of alignment. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact believed that there was a misfire coming from the engine. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact was informed that the front-end was properly aligned. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. While a friend was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire in the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with torque converter failure. The contact was informed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. …
Related recalls (3)
Power train › Automatic transmission
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.
Remedy: Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025.
Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The left or right axle shaft may be missing a retaining ring, which could allow the axle shaft to separate while driving.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right axle shaft as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Power train › Clutch assembly
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch master cylinder May have been built with an incorrect retaining ring.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch master cylinder with a new cylinder.
Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Camaro years have transmission problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2017 (54), 2016 (48), 2010 (47), 1995 (23) and 1999 (20) model years. Transmission complaints make up 29% of all complaints for the 2017.
Is there a recall for Chevrolet Camaro transmission problems?
Yes — 3 recalls, including 25V-148 (automatic transmission, Mar 6, 2025); 21V-188 (axle shaft, Mar 18, 2021); 99V-239 (clutch assembly, Aug 27, 1999). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Chevrolet Camaro transmission problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 17,000 miles; 80% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the manual transmission (39 mentions), followed by the automatic transmission (33).
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.