2017 Chevrolet Camaro problems, complaints & recalls

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro, most often about steering. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints: 123
Recalls: 3
Crashes: 8
Fires: 1
Injuries: 3
Median mileage: 35,500 mi

Key facts

Steering is the most-reported problem area, named in 40 of 123 complaints (33%).
Transmission & Drivetrain (40) and electrical system (21) follow.
Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 35,500 mi.
Owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries.
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro has 3 recalls on file.
It has the most serious complaint record of all 15 Chevrolet Camaro model years we track.
That is 76% more complaints than the 2016 model year (70).

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)	Complaints
Steering	40
Power train	40
Electrical system	21
Engine	19
Unknown or other	15
Air bags	6
Service brakes	6
Electronic stability control (esc)	4

When problems happen (mileage)

Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2017 Chevrolet Camaro complaints that list mileage.

2017 Chevrolet Camaro recalls (3)

Recall 25V175000Mar 20, 2025934 vehicles
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.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
Recall 21V211000Mar 25, 202130 vehicles
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic "Camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
Risk: In the event of a crash, plastic pieces of emblem may act as projectiles from deployment of the driver air bag can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.
Recall 19V086000Feb 7, 201926,772 vehicles
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.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
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.

NHTSA 5-Star safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover
2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★★
2017 Chevrolet Camaro C RWD	Not Rated	Not Rated	Not Rated	★★★★★

Recent 2017 Chevrolet Camaro complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Filed Sep 23, 2026MDSteering
On September 21st at 11:00am, I turned on my vehicle and a message stating: drive with care service power steering appeared on my dash. When I attempted to put the vehicle in drive and pull out of my parking spot, my steering wheel was completely locked. I could not turn left or right at all. I put the vehicle back in park and turned the vehicle off. I then contacted USAA to set up a tow as the vehicle was not safe to drive at that point. There is also a recall associated…
NHTSA complaint #11766297 · source
Filed Sep 22, 2026WIWheels & Tires
I purchased two Lexani LX-Twenty Performance tires, both size 285/30R20 99W, on April 19, 2026, for my 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible. On 18 September, 2026, at approximately 1:48am, while traveling on I-88 East near exit 131 in Downers Grove, IL I felt my vehicle begin to shake. I heard a pop noise and pulled over onto the shoulder at approximately 1:52am when my TPMS indicated the driver’s front tire was now at 0 PSI. Upon further inspection I discovered that the…
NHTSA complaint #11766101 · source
Filed Sep 22, 2026WIWheels & Tires
I purchased two Lexani LX-Twenty Performance tires, both 285/30R20 99W, for my 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible on April 19, 2026. On June 9, 2026, while driving down Highway 21 in Sparta, WI, I noticed my vehicle begin to shake. I was traveling at approximately 60mph when I began slowing down and heard a loud pop then my TPMS system indicated my front passenger tire was at 0 PSI. I pulled over on the shoulder of the road and upon further inspection discovered the…
NHTSA complaint #11766094 · source
Filed Aug 6, 2026FLSteering
The steering system stopped working suddenly. Sounds exactly like the recall but my VIN is not included in the recall. I had to replace the steering system at the local deal shop and I paid 100% of the cost. It only has 12,000 miles.
NHTSA complaint #11755358 · source
Filed May 31, 2026MOElectrical SystemEngineSteering
The vehicle has repeatedly lost electrical power while driving. During one incident at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle’s electronics shut off and power steering assist stuttered/lost assist for several seconds, causing reduced vehicle control. During another incident while turning/in a turning lane, the engine and electronics shut off and the vehicle had to be restarted. Afterward, the vehicle struggled to restart and displayed a warning to drive cautiously due to power…
NHTSA complaint #11741087 · source
Filed May 5, 2026CATransmission & Drivetrain
Vehicle does a vibration at high way speeds of 40 to 80 mph. Found several threads online stating the same issue. Found a technical service bulletin regarding this issue (18-NA-355). My vehicle needs a new transmission stated by the service shop.
NHTSA complaint #11735922 · source
Filed Apr 27, 2026ILSteering
The power steering locks up and message appears saying power steering enabled please drive carefully. When this happens the steering wheel becomes very hard to turn, sometimes making it impossible to turn right or left if it is a sharp turn. I then have to shut car off and start it again and move steering wheel in order for it to steer properly again. Sometimes I have to repeat this process over and over again while driving from point A to B. Then at other times I have no…
NHTSA complaint #11734123 · source
Filed Apr 27, 2026NCBody & Structure
The back glass on my convertible is separating from the fabric. This isn't something I did or anyone else has done. This is a huge problem with thousands of camaro owners that have a convertible. Something needs to be done because its obvious that the design that was used on mine and many many others alike is a flawed and something that we should not have to deal with. Right now my only options are to buy a new top and spend over $3,000 to have it installed or buy some glue…
NHTSA complaint #11733920 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology