Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Chevrolet Camaro
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 190 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V175000 Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V211000 Steering Wheel Emblem May Separate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V086000 Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Steering 58 complaints
- Power Train 54 complaints
- Electrical System 25 complaints
- Engine 25 complaints
- Unknown or Other 22 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 15 complaints
Of the 190 complaints on file, 13 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 190 complaints, owners report 8 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$11,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
With 189 complaints and 3 recalls, the 2017 Camaro's reliability is concerning. Significant issues involve steering failures and power train complaints. The recalls related to the steering system could imply common problems. While other complaints like electrical and engine are fewer, they indicate additional problem areas, making it a below-average performer.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering system | 50,000–80,000 miles | $700–$1,500 | common |
| power train | 60,000–100,000 miles | $1,000–$3,000 | common |
| electrical system | 40,000–70,000 miles | $300–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacement
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant flush
- Spark plug replacement
- Cabin air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Steering difficulties
- Unusual transmission noises
- Electrical malfunctions
- Airbag warning lights
- Rapid tire wear
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.