2016 Chevrolet Camaro power train problems
48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro — 34% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Transmission failed, at under 100k miles. Reached out to Chevy after seeing all the transmission issues in the news, they were no help, they did not offer any type of warranty or recall, and we all know they have an issue. M06y vehicle is within the years of the recall, but they would not cover…”
filed Aug 23, 2026
“Oh wow I don't even know where to start. The second I came home with the car for $32,995 off the used dealership it was a horrific disaster. I have replaced the rear fuse panel 2x already(water damage). The amp was fried from water damanage. The ambient lights and screen along with the gear lights…”
filed Aug 6, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other Camaro years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Camaro | 10 | 32% |
| 2019 Camaro | 20 | 38% |
| 2018 Camaro | 17 | 21% |
| 2017 Camaro | 54 | 29% |
| 2015 Camaro | 19 | 9% |
| 2014 Camaro | 15 | 8% |
| 2013 Camaro | 16 | 9% |
| 2012 Camaro | 15 | 13% |
| 2011 Camaro | 18 | 9% |
| 2010 Camaro | 47 | 16% |
| 2002 Camaro | 7 | 10% |
| 2001 Camaro | 3 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.