2010 Chevrolet Camaro recalls and problems

The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has 2 safety recalls and 295 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
295
Crashes / fires
19 / 3
Injuries / deaths
24 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2010 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro recalls

Recall 14V-346: Electrical System

Reported Jun 20, 2014 · 464,712 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

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 09V-155: Electrical System

Reported May 6, 2009 · 1,243 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Gm is recalling 1,243 my 2010 chevrolet camaro equipped with a v8 engine. The positive battery cable may contact the starter motor housing and cause wear on the cable insulation. If the insulation wears through to the cable, it could create a short.

Risk: A short could result in a no start condition, cause the vehicle to stall without the ability to restart, or result in an engine compartment fire.

Fix: Dealers will reroute the positive battery cable to ensure adequate clearance. The recall began on may 6, 2009. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags84
Engine74
Power Train47
Electrical System42
Suspension15
Exterior Lighting15
Unknown or Other14
Steering13
Vehicle Speed Control11
Service Brakes11
Engine and Engine Cooling10
Tires9

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 16
  • Suspension › Front — 7
  • Structure › Body — 6
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
  • Electrical System › Ignition — 2
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Control Arm — 1
  • Electrical System › Wiring — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 48,000 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 124,000 miles · reported Feb 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts, with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The battery was taken to an independent mechanic where the battery was checked and found to be in good working order. The battery was placed back into the vehicle where the vehicle; however, the vehicle intermittently failed to start after several attempts. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V155000 (Electrical System); which the contact linked to the failure. Neither the…
Air Bags · reported Jan 19, 2025
I was in an accident with a friend in [XXX] We weren't doing over 30 to 35 miles per hour when we hit a deer. All I could remember was yelling because my wrist was broken and I had bone coming out from the air bags that deployed on my side of the car. The wind shield was cracked because of this as well. My friend had to jump out of the car to disconnect the battery because the car would not shut off or stop moving. The brake and parking brake was used but couldn't get it to stop. My friend had to crawl out the side window by them to let me out of the car because neither door opened to let us…
Air Bags · reported Aug 23, 2024
The passenger seat airbag indicates OFF on the status display inside the car. I have tried turning it on using the button on the status display with no success.
Electrical System · at 110,000 miles · reported Apr 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the driver’s right knee struck the ignition key causing the key to break off inside the ignition switch. The contact was unable to turn the vehicle off. The battery was disconnected. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Engine · reported Jan 2, 2024
The engine timing is wrong. The camshaft and the reluctor misalign and cause the engine to loose performance. The problem was diagnosed by a Chevrolet dealership because of the illuminated "check engine" light. This seems to be a major historical issue with these type engines produced by Chevrolet. The engine was replaced.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro: 14V-346 (electrical system), 09V-155 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro?

Owners report air bags problems most often (84 reports), followed by engine (74). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 48,000 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.