2013 Chevrolet Camaro recalls and problems
The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has 3 safety recalls and 187 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2013 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2013 Chevrolet Camaro recalls
Recall 23V-516: Air Bags
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232413120.
Recall 14V-346: Electrical System
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 3, 2008 to May 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and provide two new keys and two key rings per key. The recall began August 25, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14294. Note: Until the recall has been performed, it is very important that drivers adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key.
Recall 13V-463: Equipment
Problem: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes manufactured June 9, 2013, through September 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the required air bag warning label on the sun visor may peel off. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: If the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned of the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and instruct owners how to inspect the visor sticker. As necessary, dealers will replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13284.
2013 Chevrolet Camaro problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 82 | |
| Unknown or Other | 26 | |
| Steering | 23 | |
| Power Train | 16 | |
| Engine | 15 | |
| Air Bags | 13 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 12 | |
| Service Brakes | 11 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | |
| Wheels | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 4
- Electrical System › Ignition — 3
- Structure › Body — 2
- Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal — 2
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
- Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift — 1
- Structure › Body › Bumpers — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2013 Chevrolet Camaro complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro: 23V-516 (air bags), 14V-346 (electrical system), 13V-463 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (82 reports), followed by unknown or other (26). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.