2021 Chevrolet Camaro: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro: 4 recalls, 20 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts, Seat belts Vehicle recall #20V811000 · 2020 · 470 vehicles
What's wrong: Incorrect bolts May have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt May not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Why it matters: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt May not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #21V188000 · 2021 · 8 vehicles
What's wrong: The left or right axle shaft May be missing a retaining ring, which could allow the axle shaft to separate while driving.
Why it matters: A separated axle shaft can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right axle shaft as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 21, 2021.
Airbags Vehicle recall #21V211000 · 2021 · 30 vehicles
What's wrong: The plastic "camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, May separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, plastic pieces of emblem May act as projectiles from deployment of the driver air bag can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #25V148000 · 2025 · 90,081 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission May become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.
Why it matters: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (10): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (6), warning light on (4).
- Electrical (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (3): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro has 20 owner complaints, ranking #25 of 28 Camaro model years for complaints (well below the 106 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 49,330 miles. Neighboring years: 2020 (31 complaints, 3 recalls), 2022 (14 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Premium |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 29 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 22 | Premium |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 26 | 20 | Premium |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Premium |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Premium |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 21 | 16 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2021 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 2021 Chevrolet Camaro problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (10), electrical (3), engine (3).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 8 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2021 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.