2021 Chevrolet Camaro recalls and problems

4 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro.

4
recalls
20
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Chevrolet Camaro recalls

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 25V148000 · reported March 6, 2025 · General Motors, LLC · 90,081 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 21V211000 · reported March 25, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 30 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.

Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft

NHTSA campaign 21V188000 · reported March 18, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 8 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The left or right axle shaft may be missing a retaining ring, which could allow the axle shaft to separate while driving.
The risk
A separated axle shaft can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right axle shaft as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212331000.

Seat belts: critical fasteners · Seat belts

NHTSA campaign 20V811000 · reported December 23, 2020 · General Motors, LLC · 470 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
The risk
If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 26, 2026 · Power train

I experienced a known issue with my transmission with the MIL code P2812. The TSB PIP5799 which has to do with the Electrical fault in Transmission Control Solenoid Valve 7 (Line Pressure Solenoid). I took it to the dealership and left it there for a week only for them to be unable to figure out the root cause and fix…

Sep 26, 2026 · Electrical system

REAR VIEW MIRROR CAMERA WILL NOT FUNCTION. THIS CAMERA IS USED TO GIVE ONE A BETTER VIEW OF WHAT IS BEHIND THEM.IT WAS WORKING GREAT ONE DAY AND THEN THE NEXT TIME I DROVE THE CAR IT WOULD NOT FUNTION. CHECKED FUSES AND THEY WERE GOOD.

Sep 17, 2026 · Power train

I experienced a known issue with my transmission with the MIL code P2812. The TSB PIP5799 which has to do with the Electrical fault in Transmission Control Solenoid Valve 7 (Line Pressure Solenoid).

Sep 3, 2026 · Power train

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels locked up and the vehicle stopped abruptly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle lost electric power and shut off. The vehicle was restarted. The contact attributed the failure to the…

Jul 8, 2026 · Power train

On … my 2021 Camaro developed excessive transmission whine and intermittent harsh shifts. Capital Buick GMC ([…]) diagnosed “worn internal fluid pump” and quoted $8,263.46 for complete transmission replacement. This vehicle is subject to NHTSA Recall 25V148 (GM N242480630) for 2020-2022 Camaro 10-speed transmissions…

Camaro model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2018 28154
2019 15330
2020 33270
2021 42010
2022 11410
2023 01640
2024 0400

Across all years, the 2010 Camaro has the most complaints (295). All Chevrolet Camaro years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro, the most recent reported on March 6, 2025 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (10 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2021 Chevrolet Camaro complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 20 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 26, 2026.