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ProblemsByVin File / 2013-CHEVROLET-CAMARO
2013 · chevrolet

chevrolet Camaro problems

1 safety recall. 187 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
74 reports · avg $850
severe
steering
23 reports · avg $700
severe
powertrain
15 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
airbags
12 reports · avg $1,100
critical
engine
7 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
visibility
6 reports · avg $350
moderate
wheels
5 reports · avg $400
severe
brakes
3 reports · avg $450
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2013 Camaro · steering
WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE, POWER STEERING QUIT WORKING. VEHICLE WAS VERY HARD TO STEER AND PULLED INTO ANOTHER LANE. LUCKILY, NO CARS WERE NEAR. WE MANAGED TO GET HOME AND TOOK TO LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALER. THEY RESET IT AND POWER STEERING WORKED FOR A WHILE. DROVE THE CAR FOR…
12/28/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057240.0
2013 Camaro · equipment
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle and starting the engine, the heat would enter through the vents and failed to remain off. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed that the blend door was…
12/23/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11632135.0
2013 Camaro · electrical
FOR THE LAST 6 MONTHS WHEN THE CAR IS ON AND DRIVING THE RADIO AND AC UNIT STARTED BLINKING ON AND OFF CONTINUOUSLY MAKING LOUD POPPING SOUNDS UNTIL THE RADIO SCREEN WENT COMPLETELY BLANK. THIS CAUSES THE TURN SIGNALS TO NOT MAKE ANY NOISES WHEN ON. THE TURN SIGNALS FLASH BUT…
12/21/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11163006.0
2013 Camaro · airbags
RIGHT AFTER PURCHASING VEHICLE, MY HUSBAND DROVE IT, AND I SAT IN PASSENGER SEAT AND NOTICED THAT MY AIRBAG HAD NOT TURNED ON. THE INDICATOR SAID OFF SO I LIFTED MY REAR FROM THE SEAT AND SAT DOWN HARD THEN THE LIGHT SAID IT WAS ON. AS WE DROVE DOWN THE ROAD ABOUT 15 MILES AT…
12/21/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10667540.0

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critical NHTSA 23V516000 27/07/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles

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.

Common questions

Is the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 187 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 74 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Camaro has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 187 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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