2016 Chevrolet Camaro: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro: 1 recall, 141 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #16V084000 · 2016 · 139 vehicles
What's wrong: The radio May intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ignition and the door is opened or when the driver does not fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) number 114, "theft protection", and/or 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (48): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (20), noise or vibration (14), warning light on (8).
- Electrical (31): the most common themes are electrical failure (17), fire / smoke (6).
- Steering (22): the most common themes are steering problems (21).
- Engine (22): the most common themes are warning light on (7), noise or vibration (5).
The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has 141 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 28 Camaro model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 106). Complaints peaked in 2019 (24 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 20,315 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (206 complaints, 1 recalls), 2017 (189 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 21 | Regular |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 28 | 20 | Premium |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Chevrolet Camaro problems?
Owners have filed 141 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (48), electrical (31), steering (22).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.