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Townending · 01-17-2014, 01:56 PM

Hi, I am new to this forum, Camaros, and any car that is not a Nissan Armada/Titan/Xterra.

I am looking at picking up a used 2010-2013 Camaro SS as I'm not a fan of the 2014.

I want to know if there are any known issues I should out for when I'm looking around. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

rebelyell22 · 01-17-2014, 02:01 PM

I have a 2011 2ss/rs. Zero issues at all. I think the 2010s had some oil pan gasket issues, but that is an easy fix

bkscott · 01-17-2014, 02:03 PM

Heater Cores Failures
Lifter Failures
Oil Cooler Leaks

MissyTx · 01-17-2014, 02:04 PM

2013 Convertible here, and not a single issue so far, knock on wood.

DarrenJ · 01-17-2014, 02:06 PM

Spoiler nuts on early 2010's, Battery cables on early 2010's, Manual transmission on early 2010's, all of which should have been caught already. Other than that, very trouble-free, exceptional car. Only issue I had with my 2010 2SS was the spoiler nuts, easy fix.

PalmerGA · 01-17-2014, 02:10 PM

2013 1SS Coupe w/ 11K miles here - had to have the MyLink system replaced (warranty). Other than that, zero issues.

Townending · 01-17-2014, 02:28 PM

Glad to hear this.

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Originally Posted by bkscott

Heater Cores Failures
Lifter Failures
Oil Cooler Leaks

What is a Lifter, and what does it do?

trashmanssd · 01-17-2014, 02:37 PM

I think it lifts thinks into the truck. Lol. I know it's an internal engine part under valve covers I think it pushes up on rocker to open valves for intake and exhaust but don't hold me to that I'm not one to open an engine up it scares me. I work on most everything else on my cars but engine internals.

2012-1822 · 01-17-2014, 03:22 PM

One very serious issue the engineers have tried and cannot figure out how to keep from happening. It's an inherit design issue across all models of 5th Gen Camaro.

Permagrin

3rdgen3 · 01-17-2014, 03:27 PM

These cars have TONS of issues, most like any car however most people dont notice them or dont report them.

For a better understanding of the common issues, review the "Problem" forum on here by clicking this link: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=70

Most issues are small and will be fixed by the dealers/warranty unless of course you're into performance and modifying. Then theirs a whole list of upgrades you can do to "future proof" the reliability.

Cheers.

Rock-It Man · 01-17-2014, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Townending

Glad to hear this.

What is a Lifter, and what does it do?

Maybe buy a Prius, and be done with all this car guy stuff.

SSeniorMoment · 01-17-2014, 03:37 PM

Wait and order the Stealth 6gen 3SS.

It's reported that it will fix a number of problematic issues 5th gen Camaros have;

james347 · 01-17-2014, 03:42 PM

I owned a 2012 2SS. The stock clutch was horrible. The Transmission had a leak. The rear driver's side valve cover leaked oil. And the bolts attaching the Oil cooler were loose and needed to be adjusted.

Also be aware of possible leaks from the heater core.

HollyVenus · 01-17-2014, 03:44 PM

Only issue on mine was the module control box and chip for the Heater/AC 2014 LS3

01-17-2014, 01:56 PM	#1
Townending Drives: Nissan Armada Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Big Bear, CA Posts: 5 View My Garage	Known issues with 5th gen Camaros? Hi, I am new to this forum, Camaros, and any car that is not a Nissan Armada/Titan/Xterra. I am looking at picking up a used 2010-2013 Camaro SS as I'm not a fan of the 2014. I want to know if there are any known issues I should out for when I'm looking around. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

01-17-2014, 02:01 PM	#2
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	I have a 2011 2ss/rs. Zero issues at all. I think the 2010s had some oil pan gasket issues, but that is an easy fix __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

01-17-2014, 02:03 PM	#3
bkscott Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Grand Prairie, Texas Posts: 1,608 View My Garage	Heater Cores Failures Lifter Failures Oil Cooler Leaks __________________ 94 Firebird Formula (Drowned 08/30/05) 2010 IBM 2SS/RS 6M Arrived 3/25/10. ADM CAI, Borla Type S Cat Back, VMAX Ported TB, LG Short Throw Shifter, 1LE Shocks, Hotchkis Sway Bars, Whiteline Cradle Bushing Inserts, Custom Powdercoated ZL1's ,Michelin Pilot Supersports, Stainless Power Headers, Solo J Pipes, AAC LED Sidemarkers, ZL1 Rockers, SLP Splitter, ADM Stage II Cam,ZL1 Diffuser,Vitesse Throttle Controller.

01-17-2014, 02:10 PM	#6
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	2013 1SS Coupe w/ 11K miles here - had to have the MyLink system replaced (warranty). Other than that, zero issues. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

01-17-2014, 02:37 PM	#8
trashmanssd Drives: Black 14 2SS/1LE/RS 14 Tundra Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Plymouth, Ma Posts: 2,414	I think it lifts thinks into the truck. Lol. I know it's an internal engine part under valve covers I think it pushes up on rocker to open valves for intake and exhaust but don't hold me to that I'm not one to open an engine up it scares me. I work on most everything else on my cars but engine internals. Last edited by trashmanssd; 01-17-2014 at 03:46 PM.

01-17-2014, 02:04 PM	#4
MissyTx SPOILED Drives: 2013 SIM Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: DFW TX Posts: 65	2013 Convertible here, and not a single issue so far, knock on wood.

01-17-2014, 02:06 PM	#5
DarrenJ Drives: '67 Camaro ZZ4 & 2010 IOM 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Real World USA Posts: 582 View My Garage	Spoiler nuts on early 2010's, Battery cables on early 2010's, Manual transmission on early 2010's, all of which should have been caught already. Other than that, very trouble-free, exceptional car. Only issue I had with my 2010 2SS was the spoiler nuts, easy fix.

01-17-2014, 03:22 PM	#9
2012-1822 Drives: Black ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: City of Champions, Alabama Posts: 3,698	One very serious issue the engineers have tried and cannot figure out how to keep from happening. It's an inherit design issue across all models of 5th Gen Camaro. Permagrin __________________ Check out Alabama Camaros, for Camaro enthusiasts all around Alabama https://www.facebook.com/groups/1739...group_activity

01-17-2014, 03:27 PM	#10
3rdgen3 10-bolt Destroyer Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS - AGM, LS3/6M Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Canukistan Posts: 860	These cars have TONS of issues, most like any car however most people dont notice them or dont report them. For a better understanding of the common issues, review the "Problem" forum on here by clicking this link: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=70 Most issues are small and will be fixed by the dealers/warranty unless of course you're into performance and modifying. Then theirs a whole list of upgrades you can do to "future proof" the reliability. Cheers. __________________ 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS - LS3/TR6060: Cam, Headers, Exhaust, Intake, Gears, Twin Disk, Suspension, Tuned - 475rwhp, 443rwtq

01-17-2014, 03:37 PM	#12
SSeniorMoment Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 A6 IOM Join Date: May 2013 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,190	Wait and order the Stealth 6gen 3SS. It's reported that it will fix a number of problematic issues 5th gen Camaros have;

01-17-2014, 03:42 PM	#13
james347 Drives: 2006 Crownline Join Date: May 2012 Location: . Posts: 700	I owned a 2012 2SS. The stock clutch was horrible. The Transmission had a leak. The rear driver's side valve cover leaked oil. And the bolts attaching the Oil cooler were loose and needed to be adjusted. Also be aware of possible leaks from the heater core.

01-17-2014, 03:44 PM	#14
HollyVenus The girl with the 2 Danes Drives: 2014 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Pearland Posts: 648	Only issue on mine was the module control box and chip for the Heater/AC 2014 LS3 __________________