2020 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 2020 Chevrolet Camaro problems
The 2020 Chevrolet Camaro has been praised for its performance, interior, and overall value. However, some owners have reported issues related to transmission problems, electronic throttle lag, and windshield wiper failure.
Transmission problems are a significant concern for some 2020 Camaro owners. Several drivers have reported transmissions that lag, fail to respond, or shudder violently. These issues can lead to difficulty shifting gears and even stalling the vehicle. Although General Motors has issued two recalls impacting the 2020 Camaro, neither addresses these transmission problems directly.
Electronic throttle lag has also been reported by some Camaro owners. This issue can make the car feel less responsive and predictable, especially during initial acceleration. Drivers have noted that the power comes on just a little behind the throttle input, which can be disconcerting and require some adjustment.
Windshield wiper failure is another common issue reported by 2020 Camaro owners. This problem can affect visibility during inclement weather, making it difficult to operate the vehicle safely. While it may not be a major safety concern in dry conditions, it can be a significant issue in rain or snow.
It's important to note that these issues are not universal and that many 2020 Camaro owners have reported positive experiences with the vehicle. However, these common problems should be taken into consideration when purchasing or leasing a 2020 Camaro. If you experience any of these issues, it's recommended to contact a Chevrolet dealership or authorized service center for assistance.
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 a 2020 Camaro reliable?
How Reliable Is the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro? The 2020 Chevrolet Camaro has a predicted reliability score of 86 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
Are Camaros a lot of maintenance?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chevrolet Camaro is $585.
What year Camaro is most reliable?
Here are the most reliable choices available for the Chevrolet Camaro:
- 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
- 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
- 2018 Chevrolet Camaro.
- 2019 Chevrolet Camaro.
- 2020 Chevrolet Camaro.
- 2021 Chevrolet Camaro.
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.
Are 2020 Camaros reliable?
How Reliable Is the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro? The 2020 Chevrolet Camaro has a predicted reliability score of 86 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
Are Camaros a lot of maintenance?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chevrolet Camaro is $585.
Which is better 2020 Mustang or Camaro?
The 2020 Ford Mustang is superior to the Chevy Camaro just about any way you look at it. They're both pony cars, have the same length, and unsurprisingly, neither one has much of a back seat. But the similarities stop there. That's where the Ford Mustang pulls ahead in this street race to the finish line.
2020 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:
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Power train problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2020 Chevrolet Camaro vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2020 Chevrolet Camaro complaints
The NHTSA has received 14 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-02
- VIN: 1G1FB3DX8L0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The trunk will not open. It will not open even using the keyfob, using the actual key, nor pressing the button on the driver side door. There is a constant message saying that the trunk is not secured and the car is constantly alarming because of the trunk. Unable to open the convertible top. Message says to open top manually. There is no way to manually open the top
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-07
- VIN: 1G1FB1RX9L0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Vehicle was shaking when accelerating, the issue is coming from a faulty transmission shudder on all 8 speed automatic transmission sold by General Motors. My safety was at risk due to very bad shaking that almost felt like the car was going to break down at highway speeds. The issue has been covered and fixed under my vehicle warranty, but may re appear according to sources online. There were no warnings to let me know that there was an issue with the part.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-17
- VIN: 1G1FB1RS1L0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle was overheating, and the coolant gauge was stuck in the cold region. The contact heard an abnormal sound after the vehicle was turned off. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the thermostat had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,300.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-20
- VIN: 1G1FF1R79L0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: UNKNOWN issue but when gas peddle is pushed and speed is above 65MPH the vehicles dashboard lights go out and the car starts to sound as if it is going to shut down and power to the vehicle is declined dramatically.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-28
- VIN: 1G1FB1RS3L0
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - the car itself stopped as I was driving up a hill. The car would not accelerate and while in Drive, the car began to roll backwards. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? - as I the car stopped accelerating, I was at a red light with other cars present. I have to put my car in park and have my emergency brakes. Luckily the car did not ram into me and luckily I did not ram into the other car due to the car rolling backwards. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? - yes the transmission needs replace. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? - it has been inspected by my local dealership (not at the dealership that the car was previously bought from) Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? - no
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-17
- VIN: 1G1FB1RX6L0
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I keep getting multiple messages to service my vehicle's safety restraint system. It has come through and gone away multiple times over the past few weeks. No accident has happened.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-18
- VIN: 1G1FH1R76L0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When shifting the vehicle into park and attempting to turn off car, vehicle will give a message on dash “shift to park” when the vehicle is already in park. This issue can cause possible rolling of vehicle for not properly being in park. Power draining due to instruments not shutting down properly. Possible theft of vehicle due to vehicle not locking while exiting. You have to remove from park and shift back into park a few times so the computer can actually recognize that vehicle is in park. A lot of 2017+ Camaros are having this issue. Needs to be addressed because it can cause people to be stranded due to drained batteries or theft of vehicle because vehicle doesn’t lock properly due to computer thinking vehicle isn’t in park.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-17
- VIN: 1G1FH1R79L0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: At random times the car will get the check engine light (Code P2138 when scanned) & show a message on the dash saying “engine power reduced”. This happened to me twice while driving on the highway & 4 other times while driving on city streets. When this happens , I have to pull over to the side of the rode as fast as I can to avoid getting hit by other vehicles since the car looses power. The car has been to the Chevrolet dealership a total 4 times having the pedal replaced but the issue has not been fixed.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-02
- VIN: 1G1FB3DS0L0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: The "Safety Restraint system" service warning kept coming on the dash. The chevrolet place said they would have to change the "connectors" on the sensor under the passenger seat. So I had to pay them $100 to fix this. My passenger could have been in danger of NOT having an airbag deploy if needed if I was to get in a wreck! Yes the problem was confirmed by Westgate chevrolet in Burgaw, NC.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-30
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact called on behalf of the driver who was his daughter. The contact stated while the driver was driving at approximately 45 MPH the performance shifted activated causing her to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle drifted and caused it to hit a vehicle in front. There was a performance shift warning light illuminated. There were no air bags deployed. The entire front end of the vehicle was damaged. There were no major injuries, but pains on the driver's back. There was no police report or medical treatment. There was no diagnosis regarding the failure. The vehicle was towed to the repair shop, which repaired the damages. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-09
- VIN: 1G1FB3DS1L0
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHILE BACKING UP AND TURNING IN A PARKING LOT HEARD A POP GOT OUT AND FOUND MY LEFT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT FAILED. NOTHING WAS HIT WHEEL AND TIRE OKAY . DEALER SAID I MUST HAVE HIT SOMETHING BUT ONCE AGAIN NO DAMAGE TO THE CAR
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-06
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G1FG1R73L0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR DURING A TRACK DAY. THE CAMARO WAS A 1LE TRACK PACKAGE AND GM SELLS IT WITH A WARRANTY FOR TRACK AS WELL AS INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHANGES TO THINGS INCLUDING MOVING TO A DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID. I HAD DONE THAT. I HAVE VIDEO OF THE ACCIDENT. I ALSO HAVE FOUND IT'S HAPPENED TO OTHERS AS WELL, PERFECT BRAKES ONE CORNER, NONE THE NEXT. AND I HAVE VIDEO FROM IN CAR FROM THAT PERSON AS WELL. CAR TURNED RIGHT UPON SECOND APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES, SLIDE SIDEWAYS INTO ANOTHER CAR, THEN ROLLED. I HAVE VIDEO, AND PICTURES OF THE AFTERMATH. LF WHEEL WAS RIPPED OFF THE CAR, TEARING THE BRAKE LINE AWAY AND LOSING ALL THE FLUID AFTER THE FACT. CAR HAD 1680 MILES ON IT ABOUT 20 MINUTES BEFORE WHEN I HAD LOOKED AT THE ODOMETER. AFTER ACCIDENT THE POWER WAS CUT AND COULD NOT SEE ANY OF THAT.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-17
- VIN: 1G1FB1RX9L0
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO HUDIBURG CHEVROLET LOCATED AT (6000 TINKER DIAGONAL, MIDWEST CITY, OK 73110) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-17
- VIN: 1G1FB1RS6L0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: INTERIOR LIGHTS STAYED ON AND I STAR WAS CONTACTED AS I WAS AFRAID TO DRIVE WITH A LIGHT ON AND THEY STATED THAT IT'S SAFE TO DRIVE. I DRIVE TO WORK AND 5 MILES FROM WORK THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE OPERATING AND THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I GOT THE VEHICLE IN DECEMBER WITH 4 MILES AND ONSTAR DID A DIAGNOSTIC AND IT STATES ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. I'M UNNERVED BY THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE AND NOW IT IS AT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT GORDON CHEVROLET WHILE I AWAIT WHAT'S WRONG WITH MY CAR
2020 Chevrolet Camaro recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
Negative 2020 Chevrolet Camaro car reviews
Positive 2020 Chevrolet Camaro car reviews
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Your Garnet Red Tint coat looks amazing! I noticed that you got the black package with the black spoiler and mirror caps, along with the carbon fiber painted wheels. It's great to hear that it handles like a much more expensive sports car (think 911) and the frame is tight and rattle-free even with over 8k on it. The 10-speed auto is lightning fast, and it's so competent that you never have to use the paddle shifters and manual mode. When you step on the gas, you're pressed into your seat like you're in a jet fighter. It's an exhilarating and fun car that you can use as an everyday driver as well!
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I really love this car, with just one reservation which I will cover at the end. The styling is beautiful both inside and out. I have driven Chargers before, including a modded R/T and a 392 SRT, and I wanted to step up to the Hellcat. However, when my SRT was regularly mistaken for a Hellcat, I realized that Dodge made a mistake. There should be more style differentiation between the Hellcat and SRT. If I am buying a Hellcat, I want no question that's what I bought for that amount of money. The ZL1 stands out from the crowd. It does not look like the other models. People have asked me, 'what is that?' and 'is that a Camaro?'. It is absolutely menacing, and Chevy scores one point for that. In terms of performance, the acceleration and power are insane, and the 10-speed auto transmission shifts like a superbike. I have never experienced anything like it. The car's specs and flexibility in customizing its performance are amazing. There is not much on the road that can challenge you. Moving on to the interior, I was prepared to be miserable in this car comfort-wise, but I was pleasantly surprised. You feel like you are in a black ops military stealth cockpit. I am a 5'8'' 280lb bodybuilder, and I am supremely comfortable. You can cruise comfortably for as long as you like, and you will love every moment. Every feature is laid out so cleanly and logically that everything you do is inherently intuitive. The tech also caught me off guard. This is my first HUD (heads up display), and it adds so much to why this car is an 'experience'. The custom LED lighting is subtle and not overdone, and the screen is gorgeous. CarPlay, surface device charging, Wi-Fi, OnStar, GPS, crazy control over driving modes, PDR, and so on. It feels like you are in some high-end military cockpit. However, I do have one reservation about the exterior. After buying the ZL1, I realized that GM has paint issues when I saw it in the sun. There were marring/scratches all over a BRAND NEW car, which is INEXCUSABLE! The clear coat is so thin that pressing your thumbnail into the bumper, for example, leaves a scratch. Forget washing it without marring it every time.Thankfully, I know an auto paint Jedi who spent 60 hours paint correcting! They then applied CeramicPro to protect it. Now, it's absolutely beautiful in any light. Although this was disappointing, I wrote to GM execs. Let me say though, all of the good is so good, and I'm still happy to spend that money out of pocket to make it right. However, GM really needs to address this in manufacturing. I hope this was helpful!
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to say that I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your LT1 with the 10 speed! It sounds like you made some great choices with the tech package, dual mode performance exhaust, and Eagle F1 run flat tires. It's great to hear that you haven't had any issues with visibility, despite some negative comments you've seen. I'm also happy to hear that you found the car comfortable on your road trips and got better gas mileage than your Yaris - that's fantastic! Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
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This car is fantastic! It's even faster and more powerful than I expected. Although, I must admit, as a 6'0
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The Camaro has been a new and exciting experience for me. Despite the typical drawbacks of a sports car, such as limited trunk space, it has become my go-to car for sunny day driving and lots of fun. Even my 84-year-old mother enjoys it - I simply throw her walker in the back seat! Although I have to lower and raise the top to remove it from the car each time, it's still a lot of fun. My particular model is a V6 and has impressive output, especially on the highway. It's a shame that there is no V6 selection offered under the model type!
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Are you having problems with your 2020 Chevrolet Camaro?
Chelsey Medhurst 2025-02-04
I love my Camaro! Although my 2012 Camaro (5th gen) doesn't have navigation and the rearview mirror won't adjust due to the convertible top, it's still perfect. However, I do think the 2018 model could use some improvements. The center glovebox is practically useless and the curved dash leaves less space to get in and out of the car. Mind you, I'm only 5 foot 4 inches, so this car may not be suitable for taller individuals. I hope Chevy considers going back to the 5th gen interior and also placing seats that can lay back farther. The seating position in the 5th and 6th gen models is not ideal. Additionally, I prefer the meaner face on the 2012 model, as the larger face on the 2018 seems a bit excessive for airflow. I really miss my 1986 model.
Louisa Kunde 2024-02-17
I rented a convertible with the turbocharged 4. It drove and handled nicely and had all the power you could ask for. It was very quick and speedy, like driving a batmobile. However, the windshield was not very large and the back window was just a slit, which made visibility on the sides not very good. You have to be on guard when changing lanes. It was nice to look at, but the back seat can only be used if you have no legs.
Raphael Kris 2024-02-14
Hey there! I really like your car, but I noticed that the exhaust sounds a bit strange when you accelerate.
Ward Effertz 2024-02-01
The Camaro did not meet my expectations due to the lack of lumbar support and uncomfortable seats. However, I appreciate that it runs well. In comparison, I have found that Infiniti and Nissan offer better lumbar support, smoother rides, and superior handling. Based on my personal experience, I would not purchase another Camaro. It is important to note that my height is 5'7
Nicklaus Oberbrunner 2024-01-17
I recently purchased my dream car, a 2019 Chevy Camaro convertible, after waiting for 50 years. Unfortunately, I have experienced some issues with the car's quality. Despite this, I remain hopeful that these issues can be resolved. I am disappointed with my experience so far, but I am confident that Chevrolet will work with me to address these concerns. Thank you for your attention to this matter.