2013 Chevrolet Camaro Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 187 complaints with NHTSA, including 20 crashes, 10 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (82 reports).

3Recalls
187Owner complaints
20Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2013 Chevrolet Camaro recalls

Driver Airbag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 23V516Jul 27, 2023767 vehicles affected

The driver-side frontal airbag inflator can explode when the airbag deploys because of a manufacturing defect.

Electrical System:Ignition

Recall 14V346Jun 20, 2014464,712 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 13V463Sep 26, 201318,941 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Chevrolet Camaro problems

Problem areas named in the 187 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System82
Unknown Or Other26
Steering23
Power Train16
Engine15
Air Bags13
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)12
Service Brakes11
Exterior Lighting7
Wheels6

What owners report

2026-03-04, Air Bags
The airbag system failed to deploy during a side-impact collision. The vehicle is a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro LS. The vehicle was declared totaled after the accident and may be available for inspection through the insurance company if requested. Description of the Incident and Safety Risk: While driving down the street and coming around a curve, another vehicle experienced a tire blowout and lost control. The driver attempted to correct the vehicle but crossed into my lane. I attempted to turn my vehicle toward the right to avoid a head-on collision, but the other vehicle T-boned my car on the driver’s side. The impact was severe. The other vehicle struck my car twice, which caused my vehicl
2026-02-27, Unknown Or Other
Hydraulic lifts trunk hood. No warnings. Trunk lid fell on neck and back
2025-04-07, Steering
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 37 MPH and approaching a curve in the road, the “Service Power Steering” warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel seized. The contact used an excessive amount of force to steer the vehicle and drove to a nearby parking lot. After the vehicle was parked for approximately 6 hours, the contact restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle regained power steering functionality. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who refused to service the vehicle due to its age of the vehicle. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.
2024-12-23, 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 faulty causing the cabin of the vehicle to remain hot when the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000.
2024-11-26, Electrical System
Radio/HVAC/Audible Chimes (available for inspection). My and others safety are at risk every day when driving this car. First the radio does not work at all the HVAC controls are tied into the radio and they work intermittent (windows fog) the whole center dash shuts off and on around every 3 seconds. It is very distracting at night flashing from when I start it until I shut it off and I have a one hour commute. I no longer have chimes like keys left in ignition, lights on, and hazard lights are also effected. Everything worked fine prior to radio failure. Has not been inspected by dealer. Ran off roadway into ditch lights flashing startled me and I jerked the wheel to the left with minor da

2013 Chevrolet Camaro questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro: Driver Airbag May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Electrical System:Ignition; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro?

Based on 187 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (82), Unknown Or Other (26), Steering (23).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.

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