Fuel leaking onto ground when filling tank at a gas station. Found information about safety recall from 1994. Owned the car since 1996.
The worst 1991 Chevrolet Camaro problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Fuel system33
- Airbags19
- Electrical13
- Engine8
- Acceleration6
- Body4
- Brakes3
- Transmission3
- Lights2
- Steering2
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
Recalls 4
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- The fuel filler neck solder joint can develop cracks or pin hole leaks, which does not comply with fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the cracks and holes can allow fuel vapor and fuel leakage.
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: gasoline vapors and fuel leaks can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace those which exhibit the cracks or pin hole leaks.
Recall number 94V077000 · Recall details
Seats: front assembly: recliner
- What is wrong
- The front seat upper hinge cover screws are too long, and interfere with the seat back inertia lock. This prevents the seat back from locking properly.
- Risk
- In the event of a sudden stop or vehicle impact, anunlocked seat back would increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- Remedy
- Replace screws securing upper hinge trim cover with correct length screws.
Recall number 91V074000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- The metal latchplates may not engage the buckle assemblies, causing a "no latch" condition. Movement of the seat occupant in this condition could cause latchplate release from the buckle.
- Risk
- Unbelted or incorrectly belted seat occupants aresubjected to increased risk of injury in the event of sudden stop or accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the retractor assembly for the safety belt (front and rear in coupes and front only in convertibles).
Recall number 91V067000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield
- What is wrong
- Poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and the mounting, which could allow the windshield to separate from the vehicle during a collision. This fails to conform with fmvss 212.
- Risk
- If windshield separation occurs in a collision, anunbelted occupant could be ejected from the vehicle, and personal injury couldoccur.
- Remedy
- Remove all sealer from windshield and mounting; apply new bonding and sealant material, and reinstall windshield.
Recall number 91V031000 · Recall details
See all 4 recalls for the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
Defect investigations
Inadvertent air bag deployment
Complaints allege that the driver-side air bag deployed while driving without any vehicle impact.
PE97008
Fuel leaks
There is no summary currently available
EA93005
Fuel tank leakage
There is no summary currently available
PE92073
Axle shaft and wheel lug studs
Axle shaft and wheel lug studs
DP91012
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1991 Chevrolet Camaro fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15-16 | 24-25 | 18-19 |
| 5.0L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22-24 | 18 |
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 |
What 1991 Chevrolet Camaro owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet camaro. The contact noticed an one inch crack on the fuel tank near the filler neck. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 95,500.
5.0liter tbi vehicle stalled in traffic at idle only. I restarted and was able to exit freeway. Idle is good in park or neutral gear, idle is unsteady while in gear and stall occurs within seconds. Hi speed operation was good.after investigating possible causes, I determined main cause to be a rusted distributor magnetic rotor assy. Its spinning vanes had rusted,throwing off big rusty chunks of metal under dist. Cap. In that condition, computer could not keep accurate sense of crankshaft position. I am amazed it would run at all upon discovery of failure. Distributor to be replaced .
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet camaro. Whenever fuel was added to the vehicle there was a leak coming from the fuel tank. The dealer stated that the vehicle was too old for them to lookup the VIN. The manufacturer was called and stated that the VIN was not included in the recall; the federal safety agency#94v077000; component: fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap. The manufacturer offered no other assistance. The failure mileage was 101,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet camaro. The contact stated that while turning on the ignition, he smelled vapors and fumes emitting from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact found recall 94v077000 (fuel system, gasoline, storage, tank assembly, filler pipe and cap) which he believed was directly related to the failure. The vehicle had not been inspected when the complaint was filed. The current and failure mileages were approximately 189,000.
Tl*- the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet camaro. The contact observed fuel leakage during fueling the gas tank .gasoline vapors and fuel leaks can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition. He contacted the manufacturer and was advised by a representative that the vehicle identification number was excluded from recall# 94v077000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap). The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage and current mileage was not available.
Hello, my camaro has had a gas leak from the gas tank/filler neck for several years now. About three years ago, I went to the chevrolet dealer and they recognized that it had a problem, but couldn't figure out how to fix it under the old recall that 'appears' to have expired. However, this is a safety issue. The camaro has been sitting in a garage for the last several years due to safety concerns. I was speaking to martin wheeler at gm customer service center who said he could not find a manager to speak with me (they were all occupied). I have been directed to mail paper correspondence to the following address: general motors po box 33170 detroit, mi 48232-5170 thanks, robert wilkes
There is a strong odor of gas coming from my 1991 camaro. After doing research into the problem, I became aware of a recall (#92c36) for this vehicle covering the fuel filler neck/tank soldier joint(may 24, 1994). I went to palm chevrolet and called chevrolet customer service, only to be told that "no vehicle identification number or associated open campaign information matching my VIN was found." I asked if the work was done to this car and they said they could not tell me since they only keep records for 10 years. The # is . I know this is an expensive repair and also it makes the car very unsafe to use as well as releasing fumes inside of the attached garage which would be considered unhealthy. My question to you is what recourse do I have to get this problem addressed, or should I hire an attorney?
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet camaro. There is a strong smell of gasoline coming from the vehicle. The vehicle has not been inspected by a mechanic. The current mileage is 58,000 and failure mileage was 56,000. Updated 01/29/08 *bf the consumer stated the filler neck solder joint on the has tank has pin holes leak. Updated
1991 chevy camaro - there is a recall on this but when I call manufacturer's I am told there is not? When filling up with gas, once it hits near the top of the tank, gas spills all over in several areas under the vehicle. It is coming out of what looks like several small holes.
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Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
Is the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
Owners have filed 86 complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro, fewer than a typical Camaro model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 33 complaints, typically around 93,000 miles. Next is airbags (19).
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro have?
4 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, seats and seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V077000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Camaro have the most fuel system problems?
The Chevrolet Camaro model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1991 (33 complaints), 1994 (23 complaints) and 1992 (22 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro range from 17 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.1L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 15-16 city and 24-25 highway.
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