general problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

21 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro based on all problems reported for the 2012 Camaro.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2025

I am experiencing similar issues to those identified in gm bulletin 07-06-04-019f. I keep getting dtc p2138. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? the throttle/accelerator system. Yes. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? the accelerator pedal position signal is unreliable which is now derating my engine. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? no has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? no were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? no warnings prior to the failure. I just get the dtc and an engine derate message along with "service stabilitrack".

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/12/2023

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the traction control, and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact waited for a while before restarting the vehicle. The contact related the failure to a faulty electrical system; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/02/2022

Ignition gets stuck in on position after key is removed. Ignition does not cut on radio at times. I have to open the door to reset ignition system so radio can play. Faulty ignition switch needs replacing.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/09/2019

Common problem reported by many online regarding heater core / temperature blend door being cracked. Dashboard and windshield needs to be replaced to fix crack plastic tray costing over $2000. Emits fumes and causes fogged windshield producing low visibility. Car is fairly good condition 2012 and I use bus commute to work, low mileage.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2019

Defrost not working due to heater not putting out correct temp from faulty blend door failing high cost in labor not repaired due to need of dash removal after 11 old recent repair. Window stays foggy causing blinding on highway movement. Along with review mirror constantly dropping after repeat tightening. Part in dash is poor design of cheap plastic part with a huge labor price. Need recall on part market is flooded with this failure all year models. Need help 4000 in 11 months is not acceptable for 49$ part.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/30/2018

The air conditioning does not work or the heater and when you drive more than 70 speed the steering wheel can't be controlled good.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/22/2018

Went out at 66000 miles.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2016

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. While driving 63 mph, the vehicle experienced a loss of power and made an abnormal noise. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure was a result of NHTSA campaign number: 14v34600 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. A certified technican test drove the vehicle, but could not replicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,300.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2016

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. After the vehicle was repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 14v346000 (electrical system), the key fobik failed to unlock the door. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the technician stated that the key fobik needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and refused to provide additional assistance due to the vehicle being remedied per the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 44,500.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2015

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v300000 (air bags) and 14v346000 (electrical system); however, the parts needed for the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2015

2012 Chevrolet Camaro. Consumer has attempted numerous to get ignition recall fixed, but was unsuccessful.

12 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/06/2014

As my 2012 Camaro has been issued a VIN recall, I want to let Chevrolet, the public at large and my local chevy dealership in colorado that I am utterly disgusted with the offered treatment of this recall stated as "remedy: dealers are to provide two replacement key rings. Vehicles with slotted keys will also receive key inserts. " my reasons for not being satisfied with this description is because having my keys cut off the remote control and given secondary keys as another thing to keep track of is not what was paid for when purchasing the vehicle. Why should I settle for a fix (that is substandard to what originally came with the vehicle)? why should I settle for whatever gm decides to give me as replacement in order for them to comply with that which they should have complied with to begin with? in my eyes, Chevrolet is seeking a quick fix in order for them to save dollars and what do I get in return for the thousands I paid them? I get a substandard replacement of a necessary item. A cosmetic debacle so that chevy can comply with the 465,000 vehicles they continued to allow on the road "as is" until caught by the law. Now I ask, what will this do to the value of the vehicle down the road? Chevrolet owes me exactly what I paid for: brand new ignition with brand new remote control keys just as they are when purchased with the vehicle. A remedy should be an improvement not instead, 3 steps backward. I am thoroughly disgusted about this recall remedy and with Chevrolet's poor decision making values.

13 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/13/2014

On 9/13/2014, my wife drove my 2012 chevy Camaro zl11 to her dads, when she left she pulled out of his drive way and stopped at stop sign, she took off in first gear she said when she shifted the car into second gear the car just took off she said it acted like something just took over, like a cruise control, except no matter what she did including hitting the brake the continued to increase in speed, keep in mind this car has a 6 speed standard transmission, meaning she had one foot on throttle and one foot on cluch when this happened unlike automatic where you could have hit gas instead of brake, my wife has never had an accident or a speeding ticket, I believe something happened, with all this being said 17 days later she is in icu with 2 broken bones in her back and a piece of broken bone lodged next to her spine, this needs to be addressed next time it could be a hole family. The car has been considered total loss, but I have not released the car to insurance company at this time.

14 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/12/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received NHTSA campaign number 14v346000(electrical system). The contact stated the manufacturer's remedy suggestion was inefficient he does not agree with the recommended adjusting of the driver seat and the addition of a heavy key fob the contact stated the weight of the key fob placed on the right knee might cause medical concerns. The contact communicated to the dealer the concern of the recall remedy suggestion. The contact stated he will not have the vehicle remedy per the recall notification. The manufacturer was notified about the the recall remedy suggestion inefficiencies. Lb.

15 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2014

2021 Chevrolet Camaro. Consumer would like to receive a copy of a consumer complaint form and any information regarding the ignition recall.

16 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/21/2014

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. While driving 3 mph and making a right turn into a fuel station, the engine stalled. The vehicle rolled into a fuel pump island buffer. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14v346000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.

17 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/13/2014

My ac blend door broke off causing my driver side to blow cool air and my passenger to blow cold air. Also my oem radio shuts off randomly and sometimes causes my turn blinkers to no work. The dealer can not explain why this has happened.

18 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/18/2013

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the reduced power engine shut off warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled. The failures occurred on several occasions. On one occasion, the vehicle stalled causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle and crash into a median. The vehicle was able to restart. A police report was not filed. The driver sustained minor physical injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v346000 (electrical system) and pending the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

19 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/05/2013

I was driving the car to the gas station to get a drink. When I pulled in I shut the car off removed the key and locked the doors. When I came back out my car was on fire. Fire department had to be called to put out the fire. Fire depatment deamed the fire to be caused by the electrical system.

20 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2013

I purchased my 2012 Camaro in August of 2012. It was brand new, 0 mileage when I bought it. Since I have had it, there have been no issues. . . Until today. I woke up to discover that my entire car was engulfed in flames, also spreading the fire to another vehicle. Both vehicles are now totaled. The fire damage was so extensive the Camaro is basically a burned frame. All of the glass and body melted. The fire departement deemed there was no foul play, and it was an electrical fire. I have been looking online to see if there were any other similar incidents, but I have not found anything yet. I dont know if mine was just defecive or what the scenario is, but this definitey needs more research!.

21 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2012

The reverse camera in the rear view mirror,will not go off when put in drive. It takes awhile and when I first gotthe car the minute you put it in drive the camera shut off the way it should as its dangerous when you are in drive and cant look in the mirror! ## VIN failed ## Chevrolet Camaro 2012 ##.


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