Paint Issue on New 2022

6thGenCam22 · 12-05-2021, 02:59 PM

Hello everyone,

Just picked up my 2022 Wild Cherry Camaro recently and after the first wash I found some paint issues inside the trunk.

Any idea what could cause these and how to fix it? Incomplete clear coat, etc?

I did not notice it upon delivery or I would have said something, did not think I needed to look inside the trunk.

First two pictures is where the paint looks lighter (1st Spot).

Last two it looks like the paint is bubbled (2nd Spot with and without flash).

jamala00 · 12-05-2021, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 6thGenCam22

Hello everyone,

Just picked up my 2022 Wild Cherry Camaro recently and after the first wash I found some paint issues inside the trunk.

Any idea what could cause these and how to fix it? Incomplete clear coat, etc?

I did not notice it upon delivery or I would have said something, did not think I needed to look inside the trunk.

First two pictures is where the paint looks lighter (1st Spot).

Last two it looks like the paint is bubbled (2nd Spot with and without flash).

It's a new car, take it to the dealer and get it corrected.

dpevans · 12-05-2021, 04:05 PM

defects in the metal prep under the paint. someone's finger print is the first one oil not removed.

Jeb114 · 12-05-2021, 04:52 PM

It's in the trunk. that's not part of Fit and Finish.

6thGenCam22 · 12-05-2021, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jamala00

It's a new car, take it to the dealer and get it corrected.

I plan on it… I’m asking if anyone knows what it is before I take it to the dealer so I can make an educated decision.

I want to avoid any fishing expedition by employees at the dealership who don’t care about my car like I do.

6thGenCam22 · 12-05-2021, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dpevans

defects in the metal prep under the paint. someone's finger print is the first one oil not removed.

Thank you dp. Would this require a total repaint to fix then? I’d like to avoid that on a brand new car.

6thGenCam22 · 12-05-2021, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeb114

It's in the trunk. that's not part of Fit and Finish.

So what does that mean, it’s ignored by QC because it’s in the trunk? Doesn’t seem right to me.

hotlap · 12-05-2021, 06:53 PM

I wouldn’t let a dealer touch my car for a defect there.

As a general rule. The potential for harm outweighs the good

2SS Capt · 12-05-2021, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by hotlap

I wouldn’t let a dealer touch my car for a defect there.

As a general rule. The potential for harm outweighs the good

I agree, as long as it isn't rusting and isn't visible when the trunk is closed, I'd leave it alone... Dealers are far more likely to cause further issues than to correct something that is basically irrelevant...

smokeybrown · 12-05-2021, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by hotlap

I wouldn’t let a dealer touch my car for a defect there.

As a general rule. The potential for harm outweighs the good

THIS!

Rock-It Man · 12-05-2021, 08:58 PM

OMG! It's in the trunk.

This would be a great way to alienate your dealer!

Chutzpah · 12-05-2021, 09:40 PM

If I was concerned about the potential rusting, I’d hit it with some spray clear coat, or more than likely just a couple coats of wax. It’s in the trunk… and others have said, you’re looking for trouble going to a dealer with something like this, especially in the trunk.

dpevans · 12-05-2021, 09:58 PM

When they complete a paint job they have a set of eyes go over the every inch and when they see a defect they fix it. It happens all the time. I have a finger print on my rear quarter panel that was fixed no one else could can see it and I would only saw it when I did a full correction and coating. I would not worry about either one just keep an eye on the one and if you see it grow (start to rust) hit it with 3000 grit and touch up paint but that's several years down the road. Drive it and enjoy it.

CamaroBody · 12-05-2021, 09:59 PM

it's hiding in the trunk and he wants to take it to a dealer

change your own oil and never go there

12-05-2021, 02:59 PM	#1
6thGenCam22 Drives: 22 Camaro 2SS Wild Cherry Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: MI Posts: 15	Paint Issue on New 2022 Hello everyone, Just picked up my 2022 Wild Cherry Camaro recently and after the first wash I found some paint issues inside the trunk. Any idea what could cause these and how to fix it? Incomplete clear coat, etc? I did not notice it upon delivery or I would have said something, did not think I needed to look inside the trunk. First two pictures is where the paint looks lighter (1st Spot). Last two it looks like the paint is bubbled (2nd Spot with and without flash). Attached Images

12-05-2021, 06:53 PM	#8
hotlap Drives: 20 1LE 2SS M6 Rally Green Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Franklin WI Posts: 6,632	I wouldn’t let a dealer touch my car for a defect there. As a general rule. The potential for harm outweighs the good __________________ "the trouble with our liberal friends is not that they're ignorant; it's just that they know so much that isn't so.” Ronald Reagan -

12-05-2021, 09:59 PM	#14
CamaroBody Drives: Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: CA Posts: 1,160	it's hiding in the trunk and he wants to take it to a dealer change your own oil and never go there __________________ 2SS, Hyper Blue, 8-Speed Automatic, NPP Exhaust, Magnetic Ride Control, Sunroof, Navigation, 5-Spoke Low-Gloss Black Wheels, Black Bowtie Emblems, Cargo Mat/Net Mods: XPEL - Hood, Bumper, Headlights, & Side Mirrors JWM - Side Markers ZL1 Addons - Deluxe Rock Guards & Red Lift Pads GM - Dark Tail Lamps MRR - Gloss Black M017s

12-05-2021, 04:05 PM	#3
dpevans Drives: 2024 Riverside Blue 2SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 1,208	defects in the metal prep under the paint. someone's finger print is the first one oil not removed.

12-05-2021, 04:52 PM	#4
Jeb114 Drives: 2021 300 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: New Jersey Posts: 968	It's in the trunk. that's not part of Fit and Finish.

12-05-2021, 08:58 PM	#11
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,031 View My Garage	OMG! It's in the trunk. This would be a great way to alienate your dealer!

12-05-2021, 09:40 PM	#12
Chutzpah Drives: Wild Cherry LT1 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,925	If I was concerned about the potential rusting, I’d hit it with some spray clear coat, or more than likely just a couple coats of wax. It’s in the trunk… and others have said, you’re looking for trouble going to a dealer with something like this, especially in the trunk.

12-05-2021, 09:58 PM	#13
dpevans Drives: 2024 Riverside Blue 2SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 1,208	When they complete a paint job they have a set of eyes go over the every inch and when they see a defect they fix it. It happens all the time. I have a finger print on my rear quarter panel that was fixed no one else could can see it and I would only saw it when I did a full correction and coating. I would not worry about either one just keep an eye on the one and if you see it grow (start to rust) hit it with 3000 grit and touch up paint but that's several years down the road. Drive it and enjoy it.

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