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3.9

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,998 miles

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1997 Chevrolet Camaro engine problems

engine problem

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1997 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Comments

problem #6

Nov 011999

Camaro 6-cyl

  • 59,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Center bearing broken inside motor. *dimsii IVOQ entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemist*762837

- San Leandro, CA, USA

problem #5

Jan 082001

Camaro 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 59,585 miles
Within 5 months of purchase (the mileage was 59585 when issues began) I began having issues with the engine, and took my car to the dealership over 10 times over the next year, and was charged $500 every time for them to put new spark plugs and wires and send me home only to come back a month later with the same problem only worse. This lasted until my warranty expired and then I was told I needed a new engine. I filed a complaint with the BBB (#chv0230345) and it was accepted for arbitration but the manufacturer never contacted me as they were supposed to and I can not get a response. I have had to replace the motor and the catalytic converter twice and now the car will not even start. I always took my car to the dealership so that it would be properly serviced, and I am very upset and am planning on seeking reimbursement, compensation and a vehicle that works. I see that there were many bulletins sent out regarding the same issues and have spoken to other 1997 Camaro owners who are also very upset and have the same issues, and we are seeking to file a class action suit.

- Dublin, CA, USA

problem #4

Dec 182002

Camaro 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 67,400 miles
Leak in rear main seal

- Columbus, GA, USA

problem #3

May 121997

Camaro

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Heard of one more valve cover oil leak from co-worker who owns the same make/model as myself.

- Kapolei, HI, USA

problem #2

Dec 201997

Camaro

  • miles
Intake gasket leaks oil onto hot exhaust, may create serious fire hazard.

- Virginia B, VA, USA

problem #1

Sep 241997

Camaro

  • miles
Engine intake gasket failed twice.

- Sherman Oaks, CA, USA

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