2020 Chevrolet Camaro problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro, most often about transmission & drivetrain. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
31
Recalls
3
Crashes
7
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Median mileage
21,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Transmission & Drivetrain is the most-reported problem area, named in 10 of 31 complaints (32%).
  • Electrical System (6) and engine (5) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 21,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 7 crashes, 0 fires and 4 injuries.
  • The 2020 Chevrolet Camaro has 3 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 7th of 15 Chevrolet Camaro model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 37% fewer complaints than the 2019 model year (49).

2020 Chevrolet Camaro problems by category

  • Transmission & Drivetrain · 3 crashes
    10 complaints
  • Electrical System
    6 complaints
  • Engine
    5 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    5 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control · 1 crash
    4 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires · 2 crashes
    2 complaints
  • Brakes · 2 crashes
    2 complaints
  • Lighting
    2 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    2 complaints
  • Suspension · 1 crash
    2 complaints
  • Airbags
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    1 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints

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
Power train8
Electrical system6
Unknown or other5
Engine4
Vehicle speed control4
Exterior lighting2
Suspension2
Power train:automatic transmission2

When problems happen (mileage)

5Under 10k210k–30k430k–60k160k–100k1100k–150k150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2020 Chevrolet Camaro complaints that list mileage.

2020 Chevrolet Camaro recalls (3)

  • Recall 25V148000Mar 6, 202590,081 vehicles
    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.

    Risk: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.

  • 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 19V837000Nov 21, 2019502 vehicles
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    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. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.

    Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.

Recent 2020 Chevrolet Camaro complaints

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

  1. Filed Jan 16, 2026130,000 miFLEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle vibrated, jerked, and made abnormal whining and metallic sounds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a Toyota dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not repaired.…
    NHTSA complaint #11711514 · source
  2. Filed Dec 8, 202556,000 miFLCrashTowedTransmission & Drivetrain
    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…
    NHTSA complaint #11703785 · source
  3. Filed Oct 10, 2025TXAcceleration & Cruise Control
    The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway and shift into park. Upon shifting back into drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated independently. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle before a crash could occur. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the…
    NHTSA complaint #11692587 · source
  4. Filed Sep 8, 202562,000 miFLLighting
    The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the passenger’s side daytime running light bulb was blown. The contact called two dealers and an independent mechanic and was informed that the passenger’s side headlight module had to be replaced to repair the failure. The contact stated that the cost of repair was too expensive for a single light bulb. Due to the failure, the contact stated that nighttime driving visibility was limited. The manufacturer was…
    NHTSA complaint #11685648 · source
  5. Filed Aug 5, 2025OHCrashSuspension
    The camber plate nut fell off inside the shock causing me to lose control and go through a field. The camber plate is the only thing holding the strut to the vehicle and should have had a locknut from the factory as it's nothing more than a ball joint. It is available to inspect. It caused me to lose all control when it separated. I own a garage and confirmed failure myself. No i called Chevy about it and even asked if they wanted to send a factory rep out to look at it. I…
    NHTSA complaint #11678607 · source
  6. Filed Jul 11, 2025CTEngine
    there is a several 2020 Camaro V6 had a recall for engine oil leak my car been leaking oil since 60K miles and now its 75k miles and I didn’t receive any recall for this problem? even tho there’s many cars like mine had the same issue and got the recall for it
    NHTSA complaint #11672849 · source
  7. Filed Jul 1, 202547,000 miFLCrashTowedWheels & Tires
    The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels locked up and the vehicle was uncontrollable. The contact stated several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact's vehicle crashed into a guardrail. In addition, the front passenger's side and rear passenger's side tires fractured and detached. The contact's vehicle incurred damage to the front suspension, calipers, front bumper, and the…
    NHTSA complaint #11670498 · source
  8. Filed Jun 12, 2025TXCrash3 injuredTowedBrakesWheels & Tires
    Prior to the incident (vehicle crash), immediately after the vehicle was purchased (March 2023), it was taken back to the dealership several times due to a slight noise and sensation the wheels and brakes were making. The issue was internment, and the dealership insisted they were unable to replicate the issue. It felt as if the wheels were momentarily locking when slowing down to apply the brakes. We thought it was a brake issue, but the dealership assured us the brakes…
    NHTSA complaint #11666548 · 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