When driving at high way speeds at certain spots while turning the steering feels like it locks up and binds up. Only by forcing it harder will it un catch and free up. It is very dangerous and scary when your not expecting it. It used to only happen once and awhile when I bought the car 3 years ago, now it feels like it happens on every drive. I also saw recall campaign number 25v175000. That sounds just like my issue. I will need to be added to this please.
The worst 2017 Chevrolet Camaro problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Steering59
- Transmission54
- Engine26
- Electrical25
- Visibility16
- Airbags12
- Brakes11
- Driver assistance10
- Body5
- Acceleration4
- Fuel system3
- Seats3
- Wheels3
- Lights2
- Seat belts2
- Suspension2
- Tires2
Specific symptoms reported on the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro
Power steering loss 26Shudder 18Loss of power 16Check engine light 9Harsh shifting 9Engine failure 8Steering lock-up 8Stalling 7Brake failure 5Grinding brakes 5Jerking 5Wipers 5
Recalls 3
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
Recall number 25V175000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The plastic "Camaro" emblem, located on the steering wheel air bag cover, may separate during deployment of the frontal driver air bag.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, plastic pieces of emblem may act as projectiles from deployment of the driver air bag can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the frontal driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is N212327220.
Recall number 21V211000 · Recall details
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
- Risk
- Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.
Recall number 19V086000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 1,579
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories
- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent...
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- PI to help diagnose A/C concern
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- This PI Addresses a possible solenoid wiring fault and how to inspect the build date to identify
- This PI advises dealers to inspect for a missing pump gasket if the vehicle exhibits no movement following...
2017 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | RWD | 20-22 | 30-31 | 23-25 |
| 3.6L 6‑cyl | RWD | 16-19 | 28 | 20-22 |
| 6.2L 8‑cyl | RWD | 12-17 | 20-27 | 15-20 |
What 2017 Chevrolet Camaro owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Multiple TSBs on same engine due to piston ring cracking. Same issue is happening with this vehicle but vehicle does not claim to have TSB like similar ones
The bolt that attaches my seat to the rail that is attached the floor of the car broke. I am 155 pounds, was getting into my car to drive. I heard something, sounded like I might have dropped on the floor of the car. As I put my car into reverse I notice a small movement in my seat. As I begun to drive a standard the seat started to come up and rock towards the back. (Similar to how a rocking chair works) I am extremely concerned that a critical seat mounting bolt could break during ordinary use without warning. A driver's seat must remain securely attached to the vehicle to allow the driver to maintain proper control of the pedals and steering wheel. In this incident, the seat's movement directly interfered with my ability to operate the accelerator safely. This very dangerous and should not have happened. I have contacted the company that sold me the car and GM motors, and they have refused to fix the issues and stated that it is my responsible to pay to get it fixed. [XXX], staff even recommended me to drive my car to their dealership to have it looked at. Even though, it was unsafe to drive, which was also stated by other auto motive companies that it was not safe to drive. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
On September 21st at 11:00am, I turned on my vehicle and a message stating: drive with care service power steering appeared on my dash. When I attempted to put the vehicle in drive and pull out of my parking spot, my steering wheel was completely locked. I could not turn left or right at all. I put the vehicle back in park and turned the vehicle off. I then contacted USAA to set up a tow as the vehicle was not safe to drive at that point. There is also a recall associated with my 2017 Chevy Camaro, N182182760-03-LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, this recall revision 03 came out Aug 1, 2019. This is my current issue with my vehicle, which is also associated with this recall. When I spoke with a GM representative over the phone, I was instructed to reach out to the federal safety agency to have my vehicle added to the recall list being that the incident matches with the recall occurrence and my vehicle year and model.
I purchased two Lexani LX-Twenty Performance tires, both size 285/30R20 99W, on April 19, 2026, for my 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible. On 18 September, 2026, at approximately 1:48am, while traveling on I-88 East near exit 131 in Downers Grove, IL I felt my vehicle begin to shake. I heard a pop noise and pulled over onto the shoulder at approximately 1:52am when my TPMS indicated the driver’s front tire was now at 0 PSI. Upon further inspection I discovered that the inside wall of the tire had separated.
I purchased two Lexani LX-Twenty Performance tires, both 285/30R20 99W, for my 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible on April 19, 2026. On June 9, 2026, while driving down Highway 21 in Sparta, WI, I noticed my vehicle begin to shake. I was traveling at approximately 60mph when I began slowing down and heard a loud pop then my TPMS system indicated my front passenger tire was at 0 PSI. I pulled over on the shoulder of the road and upon further inspection discovered the inside wall of the tire had separated.
Hard/Erratic shifting and feels like you’re driving over rumble strips. The day I purchased the car.
I’ve been experiencing shuttering and hard shifting since day one of purchasing my car
The steering system stopped working suddenly. Sounds exactly like the recall but my VIN is not included in the recall. I had to replace the steering system at the local deal shop and I paid 100% of the cost. It only has 12,000 miles.
The vehicle has repeatedly lost electrical power while driving. During one incident at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle’s electronics shut off and power steering assist stuttered/lost assist for several seconds, causing reduced vehicle control. During another incident while turning/in a turning lane, the engine and electronics shut off and the vehicle had to be restarted. Afterward, the vehicle struggled to restart and displayed a warning to drive cautiously due to power steering loss. The vehicle also has recurring hot-start/no-start symptoms and electrical loss after shutting the engine off. Based on my research, GM Bulletin 19-NA-052 appears to describe a related condition on 2016–2019 Chevrolet Camaro 6.2L vehicles where circuit 1 may short to ground at the starter heat shield, causing loss of electrical power or failure to start, with repair involving the starter solenoid cable. This appears to be a safety-related manufacturing/design defect because the vehicle can lose electrical power and steering assist while in motion. The vehicle/component is available for inspection upon request.
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Questions about the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro reliable?
Owners have filed 192 complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro, 1.7 times a typical Camaro model year.
What is the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro year score?
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro scores 55 out of 100 (below average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet Camaro: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro?
Steering, with 59 complaints, typically around 27,280 miles. Next is transmission (54).
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro have?
3 recalls, covering steering and air bags.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro steering?
Yes, 2 recalls: 25V175000, 19V086000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Camaro have bad steering?
The Chevrolet Camaro model years with the most steering complaints are 2017 (59 complaints), 2014 (32 complaints) and 2013 (23 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro get?
Official estimates for the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro range from 15 to 25 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 20-22 city and 30-31 highway.
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