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1999 Chevrolet Camaro transmission problems

20 complaints (22% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 43,000.

owner complaints
20
of this car's complaints
22%
typical mileage
43,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Manual transmission
    7
  • Clutch assembly
    6
  • Axle assembly
    3
  • Driveline: driveshaft
    2
  • Driveline: differential unit
    1
  • Clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
    1
  • Automatic transmission
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Camaro transmission problems in other years

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Related recalls

Power train: clutch assemblyReported August 27, 1999 · 69 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch master cylinder may have been built with an incorrect retaining ring.
Risk
This may not allow the clutch system to disengage the clutch when the clutch pedal is depressed, resulting in unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distances, engine stalls, and difficulty in shifting.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hydraulic clutch master cylinder with a new cylinder.

Recall number 99V239000 · Recall details

What 1999 Chevrolet Camaro owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 4, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · MS

I had a guy tell me that gm was recalling ignition switches I just wonted to know if my car was one of them.

Filed Jul 1, 2014 · Transmission · 43,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet camaro. The contact stated the clutch failed to disengage. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,000 and the current mileage was 44,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2006 · Transmission · 13,103 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated the clutch assembly will only depress half way. There is a the federal safety agency recall, #99v239000 regarding the power train: clutch assembly. The contact was not notified of the recall. The clutch assembly has been replaced and the contact is seeking reimbursement from general motors. The manufacturer has been alerted however they will not provide information regarding reimbursement to the contact. Updated 06/27/06.

Filed Oct 6, 2004 · Acceleration, Brakes · 43,516 miles · TX

The vehicle jerked backwards when accelerating from a complete stop. Also, the vehicle jerked when automatically shifting gears. The engine check light illuminated. The dealer did a diagnostic test, and could not determine the cause of the problem. *ak a transmission kit was added but the problem still occurred. The transmission was rebuilt. The consumer was informed to drive in overdrive when traveling long distance but this did not work. The brakes were noisy, the rear coil spring were rubbing when stopping, the water pump and intake gaskets leaked, the alternator was replaced due to the engine not starting on one occasion, and there was a 3-4 second valve binding.

Filed Sep 16, 2004 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · FL

The clutch was sticking, the vehicle stalled when the brakes were applied. Recall #99v239000.

Filed May 7, 2003 · Suspension, Transmission · 11,000 miles · MI

Transmission does not want to come out of gear when the clutch is pressed. Axle vibration, ball joints. Jumping out of gear sometimes, very bad for a camaro ss with only 29,000 miles.

Filed Oct 25, 2002 · Transmission · LA

The consumer heard a loud noise from the rear end. The mechanic broke down the rear end and found that the axle bearings showed very unusual wear patterns that were not normal for a vehicle with little mileage. (replaced the axle bearings/seals, front/rear pinion bearings, and the differential carrier bearings) the consumer feels that the premature wear of the axle is an indication of this being a defective component.

Filed Dec 10, 2001 · Transmission · TX

Noticed rearend noise at highway speeds. Turned vehicle into dealership for repair. Bad pinon seal was cause of rearend to leak fluid. Was replaced under warranty. Same problem has occured now 5 times in the last 14 months. Twice the entire rearend had to be rebuilt with new gears, bearings, and seals. Again all 5 causes were the pinon seal leaking and causing loss of fluid in the rearend. Rearend must have a manufactuer defect to cause 5 pinon seals to leak in less than 14 months and only 8,000 miles.

Filed Aug 14, 2001 · Transmission · MD

Vehicle was purchased with 2,000 miles on it and still under manufacturers warranty.after driving the vehicle at highway speeds for a few days I noticed the steering wheel shimmied back and forth. This was annoying but not enough to cause concern.I wanted to wait a little longer and make sure there were no other issues to bring to the dealers attention before taking it in for warranty work. At about 7,ooo miles the shimmying became much more intense and very dangerous when braking at 50 to 60 MPH.this condition could cause loss of vehicle control and collision. I took vehicle to dealer and was told the rotors were warped due to excessive braking and not covered under warranty.I had to pay to have the rotors turned. I contacted general motors and complained and have not heard back from them. Also the driveline makes a "tink tink" noise when going from park to "r" or "d" or whenever the load changes on the drivetrain. I was told the differential needed servicing at 7,000 miles at my cost.

Filed Jan 25, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · SC

Vehicle has been to dealer multi times they advise cant duplicate or norm. No safety defect listed in summary.

Questions about the 1999 Chevrolet Camaro transmission

Does the 1999 Chevrolet Camaro have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the transmission of the 1999 Chevrolet Camaro, 22% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Chevrolet Camaro transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 43,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Chevrolet Camaro transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V239000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Camaro have bad transmission?

The Chevrolet Camaro model years with the most transmission complaints are 2017 (54 complaints), 2016 (48 complaints) and 2010 (47 complaints).

Other 1999 Chevrolet Camaro problems

Brakes 32Electrical 12Airbags 7Suspension 7Engine 6Body 5Lights 5Visibility 5Fuel system 4Tires 4Seat belts 3Acceleration 2Steering 1

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