The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Camaro · 2016
2016 Chevrolet Camaro. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | RWD | 22 / 31 / 25 | Premium | $3,100 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | RWD | 21 / 29 / 24 | Premium | $3,200 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | RWD | 19 / 28 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | 18 / 27 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto (S8) | RWD | 17 / 28 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | 16 / 25 / 19 | Premium | $4,050 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 7,100 and 46,800 miles. Median 20,300, from 84 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 12,000 | 5,000–40,000 | 33 |
| Electrical | 34,800 | 20,900–52,000 | 12 |
| Steering | 35,500 | 20,000–53,000 | 11 |
| Engine | 23,000 | 100–54,000 | 15 |
| Brakes | 18,000 | 6,800–30,500 | 8 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 38% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Electrical | 14% |
| Brakes | 8% |
| Wipers & visibility | 8% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
16V084000 Feb 2016 Electrical System / Software
Defect. Genera Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, Malibu, Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles. The radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ignition and the door is opened or when the driver does not fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection", and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk. An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy. GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15808.
Manufacturer communications 1711
Chevy filed 1711 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips,…
- Some customers may comment that the engine cooling fan intermittently stops working
- Effective November 18th, 2014, P/N 23248791 (Wireless Charging Module) will be placed on…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Camaro C RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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