Model year guide

2010 Chevrolet Camaro

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 383 on record.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Chevrolet Camaro at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints295
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$16,931

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro recalls 3

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #19E064000 · 19/09/2019

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…

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 conta…

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #14V346000 · 20/06/2014

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.

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 i…

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables NHTSA Campaign #09V155000 · 06/05/2009

GM IS RECALLING 1,243 MY 2010 CHEVROLET CAMARO EQUIPPED WITH A V8 ENGINE. THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY CONTACT THE STARTER MOTOR HOUSING AND CAUSE WEAR ON THE CABLE INSULATION. IF THE INSULATION WEARS THROUGH TO THE CABLE, IT COULD CREATE A SHORT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE TO ENSURE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 295 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,063

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro worth?

Low
$11,600
Typical price
$16,931
High
$23,000

From 380 comparable 2010 Chevrolet Camaro listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,315
Fuel only$15,315
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro trims & engines on record

Trims
2SS · 1LT · 2LT · LS · 1SS · LT · LT2 · SS
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl

2010 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles on record

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro?

Based on 295 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, electrical system.

What is the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro worth?

Comparable 2010 Chevrolet Camaro listings run roughly $11,600–$23,000, typically around $16,931 (from 380 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.