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2014 Chevrolet Camaro Recalls, Problems & Maintenance

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro carries 4 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering ignition. Owners report 7 recurring issue clusters, led by “Radio shutoff cascading to turn signals and HVAC.” Chevrolet vehicles use the GM Oil Life System (OLS) — a percentage-based monitor that calculates oil life from driving conditions, not fixed mileage. When the OLS drops to 0%, oil and filter are due. The schedule below reflects GM's Normal Use intervals for everything else.

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4 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Campaign #19E064000 · Sep 19, 2019

Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain replacement flip-key ignition transmitter assemblies sold as replacement equipment for 2010-2015 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. GM dealers may have inadvertently sold these assemblies as replacement keys despite them having been recalled under NHTSA recall number 14V-346 (GM number 14294) when they were the original equipment assemblies. The driver may accidentally bump the ignition key with their knee, moving the ignition out of the run position and turning off the engine.

Risk: Once the engine is off, the vehicle can lose power steering and power braking, increasing the risk of a crash. The air bags may not deploy in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the key with the flat blade design, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 6, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N192223230.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Campaign #14V346000 · Jun 20, 2014

Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 3, 2008 to May 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and provide two new keys and two key rings per key. The recall began August 25, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14294. Note: Until the recall has been performed, it is very important that drivers adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key.

STEERING

Campaign #14V409000 · Feb 7, 2014

Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.

Risk: If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14378.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Campaign #13V463000 · Sep 26, 2013

Issue: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes manufactured June 9, 2013, through September 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the required air bag warning label on the sun visor may peel off. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: If the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned of the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and instruct owners how to inspect the visor sticker. As necessary, dealers will replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13284.

Recall data refreshed Sep 20, 2026.

Known issues & problems for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro.

Reported to NHTSA

Radio shutoff cascading to turn signals and HVAC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

51 NHTSA complaints · 2016-11 → 2024-11

“THE RADIO IS MAKING A LOUD POPPING NOISE AND BLACK OUT THE AIR GOES OUT WITH IT IT SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING HIT THE CAR AND THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THE LIGHTS FLICKER ON THE CLIMATE CONTROL PANEL”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11229208
“CENTER CONSOLE LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF. LOUD POPPING SOUND FROM SPEAKERS. RADIO CONSTANTLY TURNING OFF AND THEN COMING BACK ON, REALLY LOUDLY. HAPPENS WHEN DRIVING AND SITTING STILL. CONSTANT FLIPPING ON AND OFF OF RADIO”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11204246
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HOME SCREEN WOULD CONSTANTLY FLICKER WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO VIEW ANY SAFETY ALERTS OR HEAR THE TURN SIGNALS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11382770

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Heater core leak and blend door HVAC failure

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

8 NHTSA complaints · 2015-04 → 2024-12

“BLEND DOOR IS BROKEN AND WHEN DOING RESEARCH, I FOUND THIS ISSUE IS COMMON WITH 2010-2015 CHEVROLET CAMAROS. MY CAR ONLY HAD 57,000 MILES ON IT WHEN THIS OCCURED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11629904
“MY 2014 CHEVY CAMARO HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS MANY DO, ON THE CAMARO FORUM. A BAD HEATER CORE THAT FOGS THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD WITH A SMELL OF ANTIFREEZE FROM THE CARPET, VENTS AND WINDSHIELD”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10854969
“HEATER CORE FAILED ALLOWING HOT ETHYL GLYCOL TO SPILL INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR/FOOT AREA. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10713457

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Ignition key fails to release after park

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

34 NHTSA complaints · 2015-10 → 2025-08

“Key after turning car off doesn’t go all the way back to the unlock position to be released. Vehicle has to be re started and shut off to get the key to come out”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11679269
“THE KEY TO MY IGNITION GETS STUCK WHEN I ATTEMPT TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF. IT TAKES ALMOST 30 MINUTES TO AN HOUR FOR THE IGNITION TO RELEASE THE KEY. IN ADDITION, IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME I TRY TO TAKE THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11217600
“I OWN A CHEVROLET, CAMARO 2014. THIS CAR HAS A DEFECT WITH THE STEERING KEY IGNITION. THE KEY WILL NOT RELEASE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11003098

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Engine stall with loss of power steering and brakes

ENGINE

24 NHTSA complaints · 2014-04 → 2026-09

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST STEERING AND BRAKING ABILITY. IN ADDITION, THE CHEVROLET ICON ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11084329
“I WAS DRIVING ON I-95 AT AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. I SLOWED TO GET OFF THE EXIT AND AS I DID THE ENGINE DIED AND THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES WERE INOPERATIVE. LUCKILY I DIDN'T HIT ANYONE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10621663
“DRIVING ON CRUISE CONTROL. KNEE BUMPED KEY, ENGINE TURNED OFF AT 60 MPH. POWER STEERING AND BRAKES STILL WORKED, BUT ENGINE WAS OFF. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10586895

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Power steering lockup during turns

STEERING

6 NHTSA complaints · 2014-05 → 2024-05

“STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED UP FEELS LIKE THE POWER STEERING HAS WENT OUT AND VERY HARD TO STEER. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11326737
“MESSAGES STATING SERVICE POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH CARE AND SERVICE STABILITRAK KEEP COMING ON CONSTANTLY WHILE DRIVING. CAR SEEMS TO DRIVE FINE BUT WHO TO SAY IT'S NOT GOING TO FAIL WHILE DRIVING”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11301508
“THE STEERING RACK MAKES A PULSING NOISE AROUND CORNERS AND THE STEERING CUTS IN AN OUT OF POWER ASSIST MODE. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NEARLY NEW WITH 752 MILES ON IT WHEN I PURCHASED IT”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11220819

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Airbag non-deployment and warning-light illumination

AIR BAGS

10 NHTSA complaints · 2014-07 → 2021-08

“I WAS HIT BY A 2016 GMC YUKON XL WHO HAD RAN A RED LIGHT HIT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF MY VEHICLE DRAGGED ME ALONG THE MEDIAN AND THEN KNOCKED ME UP OVER THE MEDIAN STRIP INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND MY AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. *JS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10983432
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, BUT THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10652953
“Service Air Bag light came on only have 55000 miles on the vehicle. Rarely driven”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11429606

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Parking brake failure allowing vehicle rollaway

PARKING BRAKE

3 NHTSA complaints · 2016-02 → 2024-09

“Vehicle was parked in driveway at home on slight incline (<3% grade). Parking brake failed but vehicle is a manual and was in 1st gear so it didn't move noticeably”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11616477
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO ENGAGE AND THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10838500
“VEHICLE WILL NOT HOLD AFTER THE SHIFT LEVER WAS PLACED INTO PARK POSITION ON INCLINE. CAR WAS PLACED IN PARK AND ROLLED BACK, DRIVER DOOR HIT DRIVER AND DRUG DRIVER ABOUT 20 FEET ON PAVEMENT”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10983663

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 20, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 20, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

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Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter (per Oil Life System)

Every 7,500 mi

Change oil when the Oil Life System reaches 0% or every 12 months — whichever comes first. dexos1-approved synthetic oil required on all gas engines since 2011.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 7,500 mi

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles. Silverado 4x4 and Tahoe owners benefit from earlier rotations to even out drivetrain wear.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 7,500 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, and parking brake at each tire rotation. Equinox and Malibu front pads typically last 40,000-50,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

GM specifies brake fluid replacement based on contamination testing. Test every 30,000 miles; replace if moisture content exceeds 3% or fluid appears dark.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 45,000 mi

GM long-life cellulose air filters are rated 45,000 miles. Direct-injection engines are sensitive to airflow restriction; inspect at every oil change.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

Severe service (heavy towing, frequent stop-and-go, dusty conditions): replace every 45,000 miles. Normal service: 97,500 miles. Use Dexron-VI on 6L80/8L90 transmissions.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Spark Plugs

Every 100,000 mi

GM iridium spark plugs are rated 100,000 miles on most LS and LT engines. The 5.3L V8 in Silverado 1500 commonly fouls plugs early under heavy idling.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Dex-Cool Engine Coolant

Every 50,000 mi

GM Dex-Cool (orange): first change at 150,000 miles or 5 years, then every 50,000 miles. Mixing with green coolant creates a sludge that destroys the cooling system.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Rear Differential Fluid

Every 50,000 mi

Silverado and Tahoe: replace rear axle fluid every 50,000 miles, or 25,000 miles if towing. Limited-slip differentials require GM friction-modifier additive.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$150–$195

Shop

~$105–$135

DIY

~$20–$50

Drain plug + fill plug — straightforward DIY. AWD vehicles have two; budget for both.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 22,500 mi

Replace the cabin air filter every 22,500 miles. Silverado and Tahoe owners in dusty climates should replace earlier.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

122 crashes 1990–2024

How the 122 occupant deaths break down

87

driver deaths

35

passenger deaths

122

occupant deaths

Crash years covered: 1990–2024 This model year first appears in 2013 crashes. Older models have had more years on the road to appear in these crashes, so a higher count here does not by itself mean a vehicle is less safe.

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

FARS 2024 data is an annual report file. NHTSA revises these records when the final file is published, so this count can change.

Why we show driver deaths too

Every vehicle has exactly one driver seat, so driver deaths line up fairly when you compare one model to another. Occupant deaths include passengers, so a three row SUV can show a higher number than a two seat car simply because it carries more people.

Both figures are plain counts, not rates. A rate would need to know how many of each vehicle are on the road, and that registration data is not public, so we do not publish rates or scores of any kind.

IIHS publishes driver death rates using this same driver only idea, paired with a registered vehicle years denominator we do not have. Their rates and these counts answer different questions, so do not read either number here as a safety rating.

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

10

complaints mentioning a crash

4

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro reflects Chevrolet's published service intervals and the Oil Life System system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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