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2018 Chevrolet Camaro: loss of power steering

7 of the 81 complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro describe loss of power steering.

owner complaints
7
of this car's complaints
9%
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Loss of power steering by model year

  • 2024
    1
  • 2019
    2
  • 2018
    7
  • 2017
    26
  • 2016
    9
  • 2015
    2
  • 2014
    2
  • 2013
    7
  • 2011
    2
  • 2010
    10
  • 2002
    1
  • 2000
    1
  • 1998
    1
  • 1995
    4
  • 1993
    1
  • 1991
    1

What owners say

Filed Jun 18, 2026 · Steering · 14,000 miles · OH

The contact owned a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost steering functionality, preventing the contact from steering from side to side. Additionally, the message "Service Power Steering Assist" was displayed. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V175000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with power steering failure. The vehicle was repaired out of pocket. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 14,000.

Filed Nov 4, 2025 · Steering · SC

Loss of power steering, particularly mid-turn and at low speeds. Steering becomes very difficult and greatly increases risk of crash. I have had several instances where my power steering will go out mid-turn and the steering wheel becomes almost impossible to turn. I have nearly t-boned another car due to this issue. It has also nearly caused me to drive off the road into a ditch. I did not notice any warning lights on the dashboard, but it's hard to say because I was focused on not crashing the car.

Filed Oct 7, 2025 · Electrical, Steering · ID

I lose power steering randomly. When this occurs I get a service rear diff message on my dash, the fan motor cuts out, and gauges like the speedometer and tachometer go to zero. I took it to a dealer because I saw there was a recall for the exact problem I'm having with power steering, but I guess it's VIN specific and my car is not included in the recall. They also told me they couldn't get it to reproduce the symptoms I was talking about but after I left 10 minutes later it did it in a Walmart parking lot. I got it on video. This has caused one almost serious accident and multiple minor ones, and I can't afford the expensive dealer diagnostic fee and repair. I don't feel safe driving with it. I'm confused why I have the same make model and year of the recall but mine's not included. I called GM and the lady I talked to just kept repeating how my van wasn't included in the VIN specific group, and offered no help other than to go to a dealer and pay them to fix the same problem that is covered by other cars of the same year, make, and model. I asked her if it was possible that maybe their VIN groups should be expanded, especially because it's an 8 year old car and the recall just happened like 6 months ago, so maybe they didnt have all the data or info when they made the group of effected vehicles, and she hung up on me. Please help.

Filed Jul 16, 2025 · Steering · IL

Loss of power steering assist

Filed Jul 8, 2025 · Steering · NY

The power steering failed on June 17th, 2025 At approximately 3 PM. The system has been replaced by the local dealership so it is not available for inspection (dealership did it's own evaluation/inspection and determined the need for replacement). The vehicle was being driven when the power steering failed, so my safety and the safety of others on the same roadways was put at risk (fortunately, I was only about 1.5 miles from home). Prior to replacing the necessary parts, the local dealership reproduced and confirmed the problem was present (documentation to follow). The local dealership inspected the vehicle. As no accident occurred, local law enforcement and insurance representatives have not been involved. No warning lamps or messages or other symptoms of the problem occurred prior to the failure. A warning message was displayed once the failure occurred.

Filed May 28, 2024 · Steering · NC

Rack and pinion system failed. I lost steering while driving on the highway almost causing me to crash. I called gm about taking in my car because i saw there was a recall on my year and model for this issue but when i gave them my vin number they said mine was not included. I asked them if my car is having the same issue as the recall and my year and model was recalled how can they tell me my vin number is not on the recall, they told me it was not so they could not fix it. It was looked at by a steering shop and there verified that the assist power steering motor was broke ( the assist motor is what the recall was done for by gm). There was a light that came on the first time and has everytime i start the car ( Service power Steering).

Filed Jun 29, 2020 · Steering · 37,169 miles · MD

I was driving when a loss of power steering almost caused me to crash. It makes it very hard to turn and because of the milage the dealership won't cover it even though it's having the same problems as the recalled 2017 model.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Steering: electric power assist systemReported March 20, 2025 · 934 vehicles affected
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

Questions about the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro power steering loss

Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro?

7 of 81 owner complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro (9%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 2017.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro?

There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro

Loss of power 10Shudder 7Stalling 5

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