2012 Chevrolet Camaro Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2012 Chevrolet Camaro recalls

Most common 2012 Chevrolet Camaro problems

Problem areas named in the 113 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	27
Engine	26
Air Bags	22
Power Train	16
Structure	11
Steering	8
Service Brakes	7
Visibility/Wiper	7
Unknown Or Other	7
Suspension	6

What owners report

2026-07-23, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the engine seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several dealers several times. The alternator and the engine fuse were replaced, and a tune-up was completed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a wiring harness failure. The contact was informed that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was infor

2026-07-21, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the contact’s knee hit the ignition key and the vehicle shutoff and drove over into an oncoming lane. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle was driven back into the intended lane. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V346000 (Electrical System); however, the failure persisted. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

2026-07-15, Structure
I purchased this vehicle July of this year and just drove it to find it pulled extremely to the right. I was told it was an alignment issue which they attempted to fix which seems successful in July coming off the offramp after first time on the highway and applying the brakes, the car shook side side, and then up and down. It felt like the car was coming apart. I again notified the dealer. I purchased it from and was reminded it was bought as his, but that they would do what they can to fix it so that I would feel safe driving it. Also upon purchase when it got dark, I could not see even the beam of the headlights that they promised to replace and have not as yet.

2026-06-14, Service Brakes
Parking brake failed because crimped stopper at end of cable coming from interior lever failed. The stopper appears to be made of very soft metal and does not have much contact area with wire rope portion of cable. According to the dealership this is a very common failure, however, Chevrolet has discontinued the part. The manner in which this failed should never have happened. The car is equipped with a manual transmission and requires a functioning parking brake. Had this broken while the vehicle was parked and I was out of the vehicle, it could have rolled away. There was no indication that this was going to fail prior to failure. I pulled up on the parking brake lever and it just suddenly

2026-01-20, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 90,480, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 141,510.

2012 Chevrolet Camaro questions

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro: Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust; Electrical System:Ignition; Air Bags; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro?

Based on 113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (27), Engine (26), Air Bags (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.