Three problems related to battery have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Chevrolet Camaro 1998 3. 8l v6. Attery retension tray failed, causing the battery to become loose inside engine compartment. Problem was found during oil change. Plastic lip, holding bottom of the battery has broke off, leaving no retension feature on the tray. New tray must be purchased to fix the problem. I suspect there is a possibility of battery short circuit and potential fire hazard if battery terminal contact car body during vehicle operation.
1998 Camaro z28 cov. With 12,000 miles em delco battery leaked acid from terminal, damaging paint inside engine compartment and causing rust to frame and other parts. Dealer said it was not "uncommon" for these batteries to leak from the terminal. Dealer refused to cover damage ($890. 00), even thou damage appear to have occured during warranty period. Please investigate battery leakage problem!! several individual cases citied on internet car hobby sites for Camaro and corvettes. Please help!!.
Factory battery had a crack, post corroded off, and was leaking acid, dealer said possibly due to overtightening when installed. Not covered under warranty.