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2020 Chevrolet Camaro

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Owner complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 32.

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  • Power Train. Review the 10 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 6 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Engine. Review the 4 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

7 crash reports0 fire reports2 injury reports

Power Train complaints

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130,000 miles · Jan 16, 2026
EnginePower Train

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 Toy…

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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. The vehicle was then taken to Starling GMC Titusville(1350 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL 32780), where it was diagnosed. The dealer determined that the engine and the drive belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

NHTSA ODI #11711514

56,000 miles · Dec 8, 2025
Power TrainCrash

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 d…

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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 to an unrepaired recall. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle had an electrical system failure, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer multiple times; however, the repair was unrepaired. The contact stated initially that there were three unrepaired recalls; however, two were repaired. The contact stated that the recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train) was not performed. The contact was informed that the manufacturer needed to approve the claim. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was still at the dealer and had been there for four months. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. In addition, the contact was informed that the dealer was to perform the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.

NHTSA ODI #11703785

5,000 miles · May 14, 2025
Power TrainVehicle Speed ControlCrash

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while shifting into gears to pull out of a parking space, the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the TCM was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space, the vehicle accelerated uninte…

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The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while shifting into gears to pull out of a parking space, the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the TCM was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to respond. The vehicle hit a brick wall and crashed into an unoccupied parked vehicle, which then pushed an occupied vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The side air bags deployed. There was no injury sustained. A police report was filed. It was unknown whether there was property damage. The vehicle was towed to Caliber Collision and was awaiting an insurance adjuster assessment. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V148000(Power Train), which the contact related to the failure; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI #11660923

Mileage unknown · May 9, 2025
Power Train

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the …

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The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI #11659954

Mileage unknown · Apr 11, 2025
Power Train

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T…

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The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The contact emphasized that the recall remedy outlined in the recall notification was unsuitable and not adequate to prevent the failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI #11654198

10,000 miles · Mar 28, 2025
Power Train

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while pulling o…

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The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while pulling out of the driveway in reverse and then shifting into drive, there was a loud banging sound underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the transmission felt as if it was going to lock. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred approximately 6 months later. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI #11651304

Mileage unknown · Mar 12, 2025
Power Train

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that there was…

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The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that there was a repair; however, the manufacturer refused due to the cost. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI #11647888

Mileage unknown · Sep 29, 2023
Power Train

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 …

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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.

NHTSA ODI #11547440

Mileage unknown · Aug 2, 2023
EnginePower TrainVehicle Speed Control

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, …

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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

NHTSA ODI #11535972

21,000 miles · May 2, 2022
Power TrainCrashInjury

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 …

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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.

NHTSA ODI #11463040

Official recalls

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25V148000 · Power Train:automatic Transmission

Mar 6, 2025

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.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: 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.

21V211000 · Air Bags:frontal

Mar 25, 2021

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 & remedy

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.

19V837000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

Nov 21, 2019

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 & remedy

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.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

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