2001 Chevrolet Camaro problems
The Chevrolet Camaro is a mid-size American automobile manufactured by Chevrolet, classified as a pony car. It first went on sale on September 29, 1966, for the 1967 model year and was designed to compete with the Ford Mustang. The Camaro shared its platform and major components with the Firebird, produced by General Motors' Pontiac division that was also introduced for 1967.
Four distinct generations of the Camaro were developed before production ended in 2002. The nameplate was revived on a concept car that evolved into the fifth-generation Camaro; production started on March 16, 2009.
The Camaro was discontinued at the end of the 2024 model year. Production ended in December 2023. However, Chevrolet has stated, "This is not the end of Camaro's story."
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Common 2001 Chevrolet Camaro problems
The 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is a popular sports car, but like any vehicle, it has its fair share of common problems. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues based on owner complaints.
- Engine Problems: Another common issue reported by owners of the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is engine problems. Some owners have reported that their engine will stall or die while driving, while others have reported that their engine will not start at all. Additionally, some owners have reported that their engine will overheat, causing the car to break down. These engine problems can be caused by a variety of issues, including faulty spark plugs, clogged fuel injectors, and issues with the car's ignition system.
- Suspension Problems: The 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is known for its handling and power, but some owners have reported issues with the car's suspension. These problems can manifest as issues with the car's steering, as well as issues with the car's ride quality. Some owners have reported that their car will pull to one side while driving, while others have reported that their car will bounce excessively while driving over bumps or rough roads.
- Transmission Problems: Transmission problems are also common in the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. Some owners have reported that their car will slip out of gear while driving, while others have reported that their car will not shift gears at all. Additionally, some owners have reported that their car will make a loud noise while shifting gears. These transmission problems can be caused by a variety of issues, including low transmission fluid levels, faulty transmission solenoids, and issues with the car's clutch.
- Exhaust System Problems: The 2001 Chevrolet Camaro's exhaust system is also prone to problems. Some owners have reported that their car will emit a loud noise from the exhaust, while others have reported that their car will emit a burning smell from the exhaust. These exhaust system problems can be caused by a variety of issues, including faulty exhaust components, issues with the car's catalytic converter, and issues with the car's muffler.
- Body and Paint Problems: Finally, some owners of the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro have reported issues with the car's body and paint. These problems can manifest as issues with the car's paint peeling or fading, as well as issues with the car's body panels rusting or corroding. Additionally, some owners have reported that their car's body panels will not align properly, causing a gap between the panels.
In summary, the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is a popular sports car, but it is not without its issues. Owners have reported a variety of problems with the car's interior electrical system, engine, suspension, transmission, exhaust system, and body and paint. These problems can range from minor inconveniences to major repairs, and they can affect the car's performance, safety, and overall value.
Are 2001 Chevy Camaros reliable?
This car is a comfortable, fun to drive, 3 seasons vehicle. Very reliable and I have never had a problem with it... very well made. Great for cruising around with the top down.
What is the most common problem with Camaros?
Most of the time, the issue concerned the Camaro's water pump system. It's possible for fifth-gen engines to produce loud noises, stall or shut down completely due to a lack of coolant. You could notice this Chevy Camaro issue somewhere around the 80,000-mile mark.
Is the Chevy Camaro a reliable car?
The Chevrolet Camaro received a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5.0 from RepairPal and an 80 out of 100 from J.D. Power. The Chevrolet Camaro also has average ownership costs and can last a good 100,000 miles if properly cared for according to Chevrolet's recommended maintenance schedule.
Are Camaros a lot of maintenance?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chevrolet Camaro is $585.
2001 Chevrolet Camaro car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Camaro problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Steering problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2001 Chevrolet Camaro vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
The NHTSA has received 54 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2001 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles.
2018-03-25
STEERING,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-15
- VIN: 2G1FP22G112
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: RAMIRO MAYORGA OWNER OF IDEAL AUTOS SOLD ME THIS CAR KNOWING HE HAD A MECHANIC RESET THE MILEAGE AND BREAK INDICATORS AND AIRBAG INDICATORS. THE AIRBAGS ARE NONE FUNCTIONAL I COMPLAINED TO THE BBB BUT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY WOULD DO. HE WOULDN'T TAKE THE CAR BACK & RETURN MY MONEY. THERE ARE MANY DEFECTS.10 MINUTES AFTER WE MADE A DEAL I GAVE HIM THE CHECK. I STARTED TO DRIVE AND THE RIMS AND TIRES WERE BAD. THE STEERING WAS EVEN WORSE. THE STEERING IS NOT THERE IT TAKES ABOUT 50 LBS. OF MUSCLE TO TURN IT THE STEERING WHEEL. THE WERE DENTED SO WHERE THE CAR DRIVES IT BUMPS REALLY BAD. I TRIED TO GIVE THE CAR BACK WITHIN THE SAME 10 MINUTES AND GET BACK THE BANK CHECK.. HE WOULD NOT RETURN IT.I LEFT THE CAR AT HIS BUSINESS FOR 3 DAYS BUT HE WOULD NOT TAKE IT. HE THREATENED ME WITH THE TOW & POLICE. HE'S A WHOLE SCAMMER. I DID NOT AND DO NOT HAVE MONEY TO HIRE A ATTORNEY & THIS HAS BEEN A HUGE LOSS. THE CAR IS STILL IN THE SAME POSITION AT MY RESIDENCE SINCE I BROUGHT IT HERE. I MAINTAIN ITS OILS & KEEP IT RUNNING. I DON'T AND WILL NOT DRIVE IT. I WAS NOT AWARE HOW BAD THE CONDITION WAS UNTIL I COULD NOT RETURN IT. I HAD DIAGNOSTICS RAN ON IT AND IT SHOWED WHERE THE WARNING LIGHTS & INFORMATION WERE RESET .I FELT UNSAFE IN THE CAR I HAVE NOT AND DO NOT DRIVE IT ANYWHERE. RAMIRO MAYORGA HAS DONE THIS PEOPLE BEFORE HE NEEDS TO BE STOPPED. IT HAPPENED 2759 DELK ROAD MARIETTA, GA WITH SCUMBAG OWNER & SALESMAN RAMIRO MAYORGA. RAMIRO MAYORGA IDEAL AUTOS, LLC 2759 DELK ROAD MARIETTA GA 30067 770-639-5150
2017-09-27
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2G1FP22KX12
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: FIRESTONE 500 TIRE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION FAILURE RESULTING IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CONTACTED FIRESTONE VIA REGISTERED MAIL BUY AFTER ONE MONTH NO RESPONSE. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM THAT THEY EXPERIENCED IN THE PAST. I GOT A REPLACEMENT TIRE FROM A DIFFERENT MANUFACTURER AND THE SHOP TECH SAID HE NEVER SAW THIS HAPPEN BEFORE. I WOULD NOT EVER PURCHASE A FIRESTONE PRODUCT IN THE FUTURES. THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED AT HIGHWAY SPEED 70 MPH. THE TREAD SEPARATED AND MY VEHICLE SPUN AROUND INTO THE NEXT LANE AND WAS FACING ONCOMING TRAFFIC. ANOTHER VEHICLE TRIED TO AVOID THE ACCIDENT BUT HIT MY DRIVERS SIDE FRONT BUMPER AND FENDER, PUSHING ME OFF OF THE ROAD.
2017-04-18
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-15
- VIN: 2G1FP22G112
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE THERE WAS A SOUND OF METAL RUBBING NEAR THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED HOWEVER, THE NOISE WAS CONTINUOUS WHENEVER THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE 51,500.
2017-01-10
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-21
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN WAS NOT SECURELY CONNECTED DUE TO A PREMATURE FRACTURE OF AN INTERNAL COMPONENT WHICH WAS AFFECTING THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LEVER FAILED TO FUNCTION. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED VARIOUS ELECTRICAL OUTAGES AS THE FAILURE PROGRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS TO CHECK WITH THE MANUFACTURER TO DETERMINE THEIR RECOMMENDED SOLUTION FOR A DEALER TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE STEERING COLUMN WILL NOT LOCK INTO PLACE WHILE DRIVING OR BEFORE DRIVING ON BOTH RESIDENTIAL ROADS AND HIGHWAY SETTINGS. AS FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM, IT IS THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HANDLE RELEASE THE CABLE WILE PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK IT WILL SOMETIMES ROLL AFTER APPLYING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ALSO. THE CONTACT REQUESTED THE COMPLAINT BE SUBMITTED IN HIS VERBIAGE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-02-07
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-20
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2G1FP32KX12
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WAS INVOLVED INTO (2) SEPARATE CAR ACCIDENT IN THE LAST YEAR THAT THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOYED. THE FIRST ONE I WAS REAR END WHEN I CAME TO A STOP AND THE PERSON BEHIND ME DID NOT STOP AND SUSTAIN NECK INJURY THAT I HAD TO HAD SURGERY ON 10 OCT 2014. THE SECOND I WAS T-BONED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND PUSHED OVER A CURB INTO A TELEPHONE POLE WHILE DRIVING DOWN A STREET AND THE CAR WAS TOTAL BY MY INSURANCE COMPANY OF COURSE. THIS ONE I HIT MY HEAD AND HAD EYE ISSUES FOR SEVERAL MONTHS BESIDES THE BADLY BRUISED LEGS AND HEAD FROM HITTING THE STEERING COLUMN AND WINDOW ON 20 MAY 2015.
2015-09-09
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-01
- VIN: 2G1FP22G912
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED TERRIBLY. HAD TO PUT A COVER OVER IT. THOUGHT PIECES WOULD FLY OFF.
2015-07-24
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-18
- VIN: 2G1FP22K412
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE SPORT (NA) TIRES, SIZE: 245/45/R17. WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE CONTACT FELT A VIBRATION COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE AND THE TIRE BLEW OUT. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE THREADS SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 173,000 AND THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 17,000. THE DOT NUMBER WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2014-11-13
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-12
- VIN: 2G1FC1ED3B9
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 55,000.
2014-04-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-06
- VIN: 2G1FP22G912
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF IGNITION. HAVE HAD CAR TOWED NUMEROUS TIMES CAUSED BY FAILURE OF IGNITION TO WORK. CAR WOULD THEN START, THEN FAIL TO START. PLEASE CONSIDER ADDING THE CAMARO SS 2001 TO THE GM IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE RECALL. I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR NOW, HAVING HEARD A FAULTY GM IGNITION SWITCH HAS CAUSED ENGINES ON CERTAIN GM CARS TO FAIL WHILE CAR IS MOVING, RESULTING IN 13 FATALITIES. THE FIRST INCIDENT DATE OF MY CAR'S FAILURE TO START IS APPROXIMATE; THE PROBLEM GOES BACK SEVERAL YEARS. APPROXIMATELY SIX MONTHS AGO, I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO MY DEALERSHIP AFTER IT REFUSED TO START AT A NEARBY STOP. THE DEALERSHIP INSPECTED MY IGNITION KEYS AND FOUND THEM OKAY, BUT WENT NO FURTHER IN TRYING TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE CAR FAILED TO START JUST TWO WEEKS AGO AFTER I CAME OUT OF A DOCTOR'S APPOINTMENT, WHEREUPON I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO MY HOME. THE CAR THEN DECIDED TO START THREE DAYS LATER. THEN, I SAW OF THE FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH RECALL ON THE NEWS. I REFUSE TO TRY TO USE THE CAR UNTIL THE SITUATION CAN BE DIAGNOSED BY GM OR THE LAW. *TR
2014-01-03
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-17
- VIN: 2G1FP32K512
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: MY BABY, A 2001 CAMARO CONVERTIBLE, 6 CYLINDER, HAS HAD THREE FUEL SYSTEM ISSUES. I JUST SAW THE RECALL FOR 2012-13 CHEVY'S FOR FUEL SYSTEM ISSUES AND AM HOPING SOMEONE WILL LOOK INTO THE 2001 AND SEE IF THIS MODEL SHOULD HAVE BEEN SENT A RECALL NOTICE. IN APPROX 2004 ON WAY TO MILITARY CONFERENCE MY CAR STALLED WHILED PULLING OUT FROM GAS STATION. IT HAD BEEN STALLING WEEK PRIOR BUT WAS THOUGHT TO BE BECAUSE OF BAD GAS...IT'S FINAL STALL WAS OF COURSE ON THE WAY TO A MILITARY FUNCTION WHERE I SHOULDN'T HAVE BEEN LATE. IT WAS TOWED TO JEFF GORDAN'S CHEVY, WILMINGTON, NC AND APPROX $1400 LATER I HAD A NEW FUEL PUMP AND ?? . RAN GREAT AGAIN UNTIL APPROX LATE 2010 OR EARLY 2011. ALMOST GOT T-BONED DOING A TURN WITH INCOMING TRAFFIC WHEN MY BABY STALLED AS I WAS DRIVING TO THE CLOSEST MECHANIC, FIRESTONE ON GEN BOOTH, VA BEACH 23454 AFTER IT HAD BEEN STALLING ALL WEEK-MILEAGE APPROX 85,000. ONCE AGAIN WAS TOLD I NEEDED A NEW FUEL PUMP, APPROX $1500 WE WERE GOOD TO GO AGAIN. NOW, MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CODE THAT CAME UP WAS A GENERAL CODE FOR SOMETHING WITH FUEL SYSTEM BUT THEY NEED TO DROP GAS TANK ONCE AGAIN TO BE ABLE TO CORRECTLY DIAGNOSE PROB. I'M HOPING SOMEONE WILL LOOK BACK AT 2001 CHEVY'S AND SEE IF A RECALL SHOULD HAVE BEEN LISTED FOR THAT YR ALSO. SOUNDS LIKE VERY SIMILAR SYMPTOMS. 2 FUEL PUMPS IN 6 YEARS SEEMS EXCESSIVE TO ME AND OTHER MECHANICS THANKS FOR LOOKING INTO THIS. SFC (RET) [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2010-09-02
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-18
- VIN: 1G1YY32GX15
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 04V060000 COMPONENT: STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED FOR THIS RECALL IN 2008 AND NOW THE FAILURE HAS RECURRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE REMEDY FOR A SAFETY ISSUE FAILED CREATING THE SAME SAFETY CONDITION. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 27,000. UPDATED 12/22/10. *LJ
2010-05-20
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-08
- VIN: 2G1FP22G812
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH AND ENCOUNTERED A BUMP IN THE ROAD. SUDDENLY, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND SKID CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE TIRES AND BRAKES LOCKED WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SKID OFF OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO GAIN CONTROL AND CONTINUE NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON BUMPY ROAD SURFACES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN REPOSITIONED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BRACKET AND PARKING BRAKE CABLE. ALSO, THE ABS WIRING WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2008-01-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-28
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS
- Summary: TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMRY. THERE WAS AN ODD NOISE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE. SHE WAS TOLD THAT THE SPARE TIRE WAS LOOSE. THE CONTACT WAS LATER NOTIFIED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC THAT THE NOISE WAS DUE TO THE BALL BEARINGS. THE ESTIMATE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS $500 PER WHEEL TO REPLACE THE BALL BEARINGS. THE ELECTRIC DOORS AND THE HEATING ELEMENTS ALSO EXHIBITED FAILURES PERIODICALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE ARE SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES. THE TIE ROD FRACTURED ON THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 30 TO 40 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE MECHANIC AND THEY WERE ABLE TO PROVIDE A TEMPORARY FIX, SHE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 125,779 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 113,000. THE VIN IS NOT AVAILABLE. *TR
2007-09-28
STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-09-28
- VIN: 2G1WX15K819
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS
- Summary: NUMEROUS THINGS HAVE GONE WRONG WITH MY 2001 MONTE CARLO. 5 OR 6 TIMES THE DEALERSHIP HAS REPAIRED THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG WHERE IT CONTINUALLY POPS OUT. I AM REALLY CONCERNED WHEN IT MIGHT EXPLODE W/O A CRASH OR IF THERE IS A DRIVER SIDE CRASH IF IT WILL COME OUT TO PROTECT ME. STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION POPS. AT 55,117 MILES WE HAD THE OIL CHANGED (WHICH HAS BEEN DONE EVERY 3000 MILES) OR LESS AND ON THE MULTI POINT INSPECTION SHEET, IT LISTED SEVERAL THINGS THAT "MIGHT NEED ATTENTION" SOON. THEY ARE STEERING LINKAGE AND STEERING COMPONENTS, CV AXLE BOOTS OR DRIVE SHAFT AND U JOINTS. THESE THINGS SHOULD NOT BE WORN OUT ON A CAR WITH NO MORE MILES THAN THIS. MY REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER DOESN'T WORK. NOTICED THIS AFTER ONE OF THE AIRBAG REPAIRS. THIS CAR HAS BEEN VERY WELL TAKEN CARE OF BUT STILL THE NOISES PERSIST AND NOW TO BE TOLD THAT THESE PARTS MIGHT NEED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT? WE PAID A LOT OF GOOD MONEY FOR THIS VEHICLE (THIS IS A LIMITED EDITION HIGH SPORT VEHICLE) AND FEEL GM SHOULD BUY IT BACK AND REIMBURSE EVERY DIME OF IT DUE TO THE POOR QUALITY OF IT OR PROPERLY REPAIRED OR PARTS REPLACED AT GM EXPENSE WHILE PROVIDING AN EQUAL VALUE VEHICLE WHILE REPAIR WORK IS DONE. *TR
2007-09-16
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-12
- VIN: 2G1FP22G012
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: VEHICLE REFUSED TO START. PROBLEM TRACED TO IN-TANK FUEL PUMP CONNECTION WHICH HAD CORRODED. POTENTIAL TO SPARK AND START A FIRE, VEHICLE MIGHT STALL SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. *TR
2007-07-09
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-07
- VIN: 2G1FP22G012
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STALLING. THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AS A CORRODED CONNECTION OF THE FUEL PUMP WIRING IN THE TANK. THE WIRING OVERHEATED AND THE INSULATION HAD MELTED AS WELL. THE CONTACT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, BUT IS CONCERNED THAT OTHER VEHICLES WITH THIS FAILURE COULD STALL OR BURST INTO FLAMES IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 67,000.
2007-06-30
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-01
- VIN: 2G1FP32G412
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I JUST PURCHASED 2001 CAMARO Z28 COVERTIBLE. I HAVE OWNED CAMARO'S FOREVER AND WAS NEVER ANYTHING BUT COMPLETELY HAPPY WITH IT. THIS CAR HAS SOME KIND OF "SHAKE" TO IT AT CERTAIN SPEEDS. THE STEERING WHEEL LOOKS LIKE SOMEONE IS IN THE COLUMN SHAKING IT! ALSO IT SOUNDS LIKE THE SPRINGS NEED SOME SERIOUS HELP THAT I DID NOT HEAR INITIALLY. THE CAR ONLY HAS 37K MILES ON IT. I HAVE ONLY OWNED THIS CAR FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS, BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE DEALER TWICE ALREADY AND BEING TOLD THAT THERE IS NO PROBLEM EXCEPT FOR SOME KIND OF A COVERTIBLE SHAKE ISSUE WHICH COMPLETELY SOUNDS LIKE A JOKE AND THEY CAN'T PROVIDE THE BULLETIN THAT THEY SAY WAS ISSUED ON THIS CAR BUT WAS NO BIG DEAL. I ALSO TOOK IT TO ASE CERT. MECHANICS THAT ARE TELLING ME DIFFERENT, I JUST NEED SOME HELP SO I AM NOT TAKEN TO THE CLEANERS ON THIS CAR.
2006-11-21
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-12
- VIN: 2G1FP22G012
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 2001 CAMARO WITH LS1 ENGINE, HAVING TERRIBLE PISTION SLAP ISSIUE DUE TO POOR COOLING DESIGN OF CYLINDERS, GM IS FAILING TO ADMIT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. IT ONLY HAS 29000 MILES, NOW I SEE I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM....GOING TO TRY AND START A CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT. MY CAR NEEDS AN ENGINE AND GM WILL NOT REPLACE AT NO COST. *NM
2006-10-30
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-30
- VIN: 2G1FP22K212
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES & ROTORS ON MY 2001 CAMARO. THEY ARE WARPING. WHY HAS THERE NOT BEEN A RECALL? HELLO ! GUESS THERE WILL BE AFTER SOMEONE GETS HURT OR KILLED. PEOPLE CAN NOT KEEP PAYING FOR BRAKES AND ROTORS. HOPE SOMEONE WAKES UP SOON.*JB
2006-03-03
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-18
- VIN: 2G1FP22K812
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: MY 2001 CAMARO WITH LESS THAN 37K MILES WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR NEW BRAKES. NO REASON I TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP OTHER THAN I WANTED NEW BRAKES THOUGH NOTHING SQUEAKED & I HAD NO TROUBLE. I DID NOT EXPECT TO BE TOLD I NEEDED NEW ROTORS AS THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THE CURRENT ROTORS WERE TOO THIN AND I NEEDED TO REPLACE THEM AS WELL AS THE PADS AND BRAKE LININGS. I WAS STUNNED AS THE CAR IS HARDLY DRIVEN BUT A MERE 8 MILES ROUND TRIP TO WORK & BACK THE LAST TWO YEARS. I WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THE OTHER CALIFORNIA DEALERSHIP CAR WAS TAKEN TOO JUST 7 MONTHS PRIOR FOR BRAKE INSPECTION AT 33,713 WOULD HAVE ADVISED OF IMPENDING ISSUE? IN REVIEWING THE BRAKE INSPECTION PAPERWORK DATED 7/24/05 I CLEARLY NOTICED THE TECHS LACK OF ATTENTION TO EVEN FILLING IN THE PROPER BOXES IE: BRAKE LININGS. THE $1100 SPENT TO FIX PROBLEM IS NOT AN ISSUE. ITS THE SAFETY ISSUE! LOVE THE CAR & HAVE HAD 3 (95,97 & 2001) BUT AM LEARY TO DRIVE IT WITH WHAT APPEARS TO BE AN ENGINEERING PROBLEM WITH ROTOR/PADS AND GM IS IGNORING IT? FORD IGNORED THEIR PROBLEMS WITH TIRES FOR YEARS AND HOW MANY PEOPLE DIED? *NM
2005-04-26
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-17
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13T21R
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE TAHOE BRAKE ROTORS WERE BADLY GROVED, AND THE VEHICLE BRAKES WERE LIKE NEW. DEALER SAID THE VEHICLE STOPPED OKAY, BUT WHEN I HAD THE ROTORS AND BRAKES REPLACED, THERE WAS A WORLD OF DIFFRENCE AS HOW THE VEHICLE STOPPED.I KEPT THE BRAKES AND ROTORS FOR PROOF. VEHICLE WOULD NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION.*AK
2005-03-08
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE T-TOP OF THE CONSUMER'S 2001 CHEVROLET CAMARO FLEW OFF THE VEHICLE. *BF WHEN THE TOP CAME OFF IT STRUCK THE CONSUMER IN THE HEAD. THE CONSUMER WENT TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM WITH A HEAD INJURY. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER TO REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT BUT WAS DENIED DUE TO LACK OF EVIDENCE *NM
2005-01-26
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-03
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CONSUMER TRULY DISAPPOINTED IN THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF 2001 CHEVROLET CAMERO. *BF *JB
2004-11-16
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-09
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKES FAILED WHEN TRYING TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AT 30 MPH.*AK
2004-09-07
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-07
- VIN: 2G1FP22G712
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *JB
2001 Chevrolet Camaro recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
2009-05-11
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
2009-04-07
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
2006-07-17
- Manufacturer: AJ MOTORSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
2006-03-23
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Negative 2001 Chevrolet Camaro car reviews
Positive 2001 Chevrolet Camaro car reviews
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I have a SS package convertible that I absolutely love! It handles like a dream and I've hit speeds of 120+ on freeway on-ramps. The car's reliability is excellent and it stops on a dime. There's nothing quite like the feeling of a 100mph wind blowing past with the top down. It's also a great car for long trips, and even gets good gas mileage. Mine is the six-speed, which may be intimidating for some drivers, but it's definitely worth the patience of learning!
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You're going to love driving this vehicle! It's not only fun, but also very affordable.
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This car is amazing! I've owned other sports cars before, but this one definitely gives you the most value for your money. It's also really easy to work on - the plastic interior makes it simple to hide and install wires, and engine modifications are a breeze. With only $600 in mods, I've beaten everything from C5's to 2000 Cobras. Unfortunately, I did lose to the Viper, but I'll get there soon enough!
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The Camaro and Firebird are truly the last affordable muscle cars! While some may prefer the Mustang, it's hard to deny the power and performance of the f-bodies. Chevy never even considered putting a four-banger in these cars, which is a testament to their commitment to performance. Mustangs are great, but they just can't match the raw power of the f-bodies straight from the factory!
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This is one great affordable sportscar. I have the SS with the Tremec 6-speed, and I wouldn't trade the 6-speed for an automatic, no way! The engine and the stick work really nicely together. It's such a fun and fast car to drive, and hitting 80 mph is so easy you really have to watch out.
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Vaughn Quigley 2024-04-27
It sounds like you had a great time driving around with the t-tops off and even managed to get some good fuel mileage. Although, it's a shame that you had to keep replacing the passenger side turn bulb due to the bulbs melting. Also, it seems like hand washing was the way to go since the automatic car wash always resulted in water coming in.
Tristian Bruen 2024-01-28
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my thoughts on my '01 Camaro. While it's definitely a head-turner and has some impressive speed, I have to admit that I'm not thrilled with the interior. Unfortunately, I find that many of the components, from the seats to the cupholders, are made of cheap, breakable plastic and are poorly designed. In fact, I've found that the interior of my '99 Chrysler Sebring Convertible was far superior to that of my Camaro. As a result, I'm considering downtrading to a 2000 Sebring Convertible, which I believe has a more acceptable interior design. Thanks for listening!