CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Chevrolet Camaro has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (24 reports).
1986 Chevrolet Camaro recalls
Most common 1986 Chevrolet Camaro problems
Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 CHEVROLET CAMARO WHICH WAS PURCHASED IN 1992. SHE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN 1994 REGARDING THE SEAT BELTS (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 90V105000: SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY) BUT DID NOT HAVE THE RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE AT THAT TIME. WHILE UTILIZING THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT, THE LOCKING MECHANISM BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE SEAT BELT HOUSING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS LISTED UNDER HER VIN AND THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE ALREADY PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE NEVER HAD THE REPAIRS MADE TO THE SEAT BELT MECHANISM. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE WHEN THE COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE
THE DRIVER SEAT BELT HAD PROBLEMS LATCHING AND THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT HAD PROBLEMS RELEASING ONCE IT WAS LOCKED. BOTH SEAT BELTS IN THE REAR FAILED TO LATCH PROPERLY. *JB
THE DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT WILLNOT ENGAGE AT ALL, THE TOP PART OF THE SEATBELT BUCKLE IS INOPERATIVE. THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.*JB
CONSUMER STATED UPON CONNECTING SEAT BELT LATCH, IT WILL NOT STAY CONNECTED, PASSENGER AND DRIVER SEAT BELT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL, RECALL NUMBER 90V105000. *AK THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO FIX THE DEFECTIVE SEAT BELT THAT WAS ON RECALL, ALSO THE CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTIONS. *YH
HOOD AND HATCH DAMPERS WERE NOT HOLDING UP THE HOOD OR HATCH IN THE UP POSITION, CONSUMER REPLACED. *JB
1986 Chevrolet Camaro questions
Does the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro: Parking Brake:Conventional; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Chevrolet Camaro?
Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (24), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Steering (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Chevrolet Camaro has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.