Pictured: the 6th gen Camaro ZL1 (2017).
Camaro ZL1 Coupe 5th gen · 2012–2015
Supercharged 580 hp LSA. Coupe from 2012, convertible from 2013.
Camaro ZL1 1LE 6th gen · 2018–2024
650 hp LT4, optional 10-speed auto, ZL1 1LE track package from 2018.
5th gen Camaro ZL1 · 2012–2015
Coupe, convertible, 2012–2015. 0–60 times are magazine tests where we have one, otherwise the maker's figure.
580 hpat 6,000 rpm, SAE certified
580 hpat 6,000 rpm, SAE certified
6.2-liter V-8, supercharged
Engine's YouTube owner tone 52/100 · #1 of 2 Camaro ZL1 engines (videos about the GM LSA in every car that uses it, so it differs from this car's own tone below)
GM LSA engine page →Why the engine page shows fewer: it counts only the 7 owner complaints and 1 recall for 2012–2015 that name this engine or a version that only had it. This page counts all 694 complaints and 9 recall campaigns NHTSA files under "Camaro" for those years, other engines included.
GM found the supercharger on 2012–2013 ZL1s (and 2009–2013 CTS-Vs) can rattle at idle. Left alone, it can ruin the bearing grease and, in the worst case, stop the engine.
Fix: Dealers replace the supercharger free under a special coverage of 10 years or 120,000 miles.
On cars with a replacement supercharger (solid coupling), a buzz at 800–900 rpm in second or third gear under load is normal, GM told dealers.
Fix: No repair; GM said not to replace parts for this noise.
2 owner complaints to NHTSA mention it (2012–2015)Nothing stands out.
Share of the 183 most-watched 5th gen Camaro ZL1 videos that praise or criticize each topic (a praise or trouble word near it in the title or transcript).
6th gen Camaro ZL1 · 2017–2024
Coupe, convertible, 2017–2024. 0–60 times are magazine tests where we have one, otherwise the maker's figure.
650 hpat 6,400 rpm, SAE certified
650 hpat 6,400 rpm, SAE certified
650 hpat 6,400 rpm
Multimatic DSSV dampers, adjustable camber and ride height, carbon wing and dive planes, 3R tires; about 60 lb lighter.
650 hpat 6,400 rpm, SAE certified
650 hp
350 cars: Panther Black Matte paint, ZL1 1LE splitter and coupe wing, serialized steering wheel badge.
6.2-liter V-8, supercharged
Engine's YouTube owner tone 52/100 · #2 of 2 Camaro ZL1 engines (videos about the GM LT4 in every car that uses it, so it differs from this car's own tone below)
GM LT4 engine page →Why the engine page shows fewer: it counts only the 57 owner complaints and 0 recalls for 2017–2024 that name this engine or a version that only had it. This page counts all 407 complaints and 7 recall campaigns NHTSA files under "Camaro" for those years, other engines included.
In high heat above 100 mph on a track, the engine can misfire (code P0300) if air was left in the supercharger cooling loop after a repair.
Fix: Dealer drains and vacuum-fills the loop with GM's tools (bulletin 17-NA-408).
6 owner complaints to NHTSA mention it (2017–2024)On 2020–2022 Camaros with the 10-speed, valve body wear can cause harsh downshifts and, rarely, a brief wheel lock-up.
Fix: Dealer installs software that spots the wear and holds fifth gear before a lock-up (NHTSA 25V-148).
11 owner complaints to NHTSA mention it (2017–2024)Nothing stands out.
Share of the 183 most-watched 6th gen Camaro ZL1 videos that praise or criticize each topic (a praise or trouble word near it in the title or transcript).
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NHTSA files the Camaro ZL1 under Camaro, so these counts are every Camaro of these years.
No Lemon Index for the Camaro ZL1: the index is complaints per car sold, and sales by trim aren't published. These are raw counts.
5th gen: 694 complaints for 2012–2015.
6th gen: 407 complaints for 2017–2024.
5th gen · 2012–2015
6th gen · 2017–2024
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain replacement flip-key ignition transmitter assemblies sold as replacement equipment for 2010-2015 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 3, 2008 to May 23, 2014.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seat
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured December 2, 2011 to July, 16, 2012, Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured December 7, 2011 to July 25, 2012, Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured December 5, 2011
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Camaro, Cruze and Sonic, and model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles.
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes manufactured June 9, 2013, through September 6, 2013.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
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.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburba
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles.
Source: NHTSA (api.nhtsa.gov). Check a VIN for open recalls on one car.
The 6th gen Camaro ZL1 1LE makes 650 hp and 650 lb-ft. Car and Driver measured 0–60 mph in 3.5 seconds.
The 6th gen Camaro ZL1 (2017–2024) uses the GM LT4, a 6.2-liter V-8, supercharged. Older generations: 5th gen: GM LSA.
GM LSA 52/100, GM LT4 52/100. That's the tone of the most-watched videos about each engine, praise words against trouble words.
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