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spearmark · 11-04-2012, 09:33 PM

Hello All,

I've been following Camaro5 for quite a while, but just joined up the other day, so this is my first post.

Here's my question: Are there any common problems, covered by the initial warranty, that are lurking below the surface? Something that I may not notice now, but could end up causing me grief down the road?

I've had my Camaro for almost three years now (January), and have never had any problems with it that required me to have work done.
The car has run perfectly for me, I have 22,000 miles on it, and do have an extended warranty.

The only reasons I've had it in to the dealer are for oil changes and a scratch from a sun umbrella that I really can't blame Chevy for!

Thanks!
Mark

Apex Motorsports · 11-04-2012, 09:38 PM

The only real long term issue you might want to guard against is carbon build up. If you do not already have one I would suggest picking up a good catch can.

Fiveg56 · 11-04-2012, 09:40 PM

Welcome to Camaro5! Although its stressful when your warranty is about to expire, if there are no current issues, there isn't much you can do. They won't preemptively fix things anyway.

Sir Nuke · 11-04-2012, 09:45 PM

Mark, don't know of any lingering problems, I have had mine a little over 3 years and have 46000 miles on it, and the only time I have had in back in the dealers hot was to drive in, park it, adn go and see someone I know there.....but never for any problems.

oh and btw.....Welcome to our happy little corner of the net, and to Camaro5. There is a BIG fridge on the back porch with anything you can think of in it...help yourself...of course only take what you can LEGALLY have. Make yourself at home on one of the big fluffy couches, kick your shoes off, put your feet up on one of the tables, yes we are allowed to do that, mom's, dad's, wive's, husband's, girlfriend's and boyfriend's here don't care....and take it easy.

oh...btw....every once in a while a food fight breaks out...so you may not want to wear nice clothes here.

Welcome!!

Ladybugsmom · 11-04-2012, 09:46 PM

The warranty that is about to expire is your bumper-to-bumper. Power train is 2 more years. That being said, have your A/C checked, make sure the spoiler is securely attached, and have your passenger side airbag sensors checked. Those are things I've had issues with - and the airbag sensor went out 3 weeks AFTER the warranty expired. I have extended warranty, but it cost me $100 with that, rather than nothing. Also, the clips holding the leather seat covers on have broken twice, for no apparent reason - can't hurt to look at those either.

mdrobtx · 11-04-2012, 09:56 PM

I need to take mine in also.

1. Spoiler rubbing deck lid and chipping off the paint under it.

2. Brake master cylinder cap leaking.

spearmark · 11-04-2012, 11:07 PM

Thanks for the advice. I will be taking it in soon for an oil change, and will definitely consider the recommendations given. Sir Nuke, you at a nuke plant? I'm at St. Lucie Nuclear on the east coast of Florida.

2010 SSRS · 11-04-2012, 11:10 PM

my warranty was gone with less than 100 miles, lol

nikos30 · 11-04-2012, 11:30 PM

isnt it a 5 year warranty?

two_wheel_mayhem · 11-04-2012, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mdrobtx

I need to take mine in also.

1. Spoiler rubbing deck lid and chipping off the paint under it.

2. Brake master cylinder cap leaking.

They will want to touch up your paint, and will replace the master cylinder cap but will continue to leak if fluid is overfilled.

I saved you a trip.

CWI · 11-05-2012, 03:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearmark

Thanks for the advice. I will be taking it in soon for an oil change, and will definitely consider the recommendations given. Sir Nuke, you at a nuke plant? I'm at St. Lucie Nuclear on the east coast of Florida.

Sir Nuke does work at a nuke in Texas. I think he's been there for 30 years.

RubyCamaro · 11-05-2012, 06:44 AM

Check the plastic piece on the side of the driver's seat where the controls are. They tend to break (pull away from the seat). I had to have mine fixed. If broken) They will replace it & add a reinforcing piece that is installed in newer Camaros but was not in 2010's. And heve them update your PDIM. Just tell them you get loud static pops & problems with indexing using Ipod. There are a ton of threads on C5 where you will find the info to give them on the fix. I'd search it for you but time to get ready for work.

Moorepheus · 11-05-2012, 07:22 AM

Trade in for 2013...

Ladybugsmom · 11-05-2012, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikos30

isnt it a 5 year warranty?

Power train is, bumper to bumper was 3.

11-04-2012, 09:33 PM	#1
spearmark Drives: 2010 ABM 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stuart, FL Posts: 9	Warranty up soon on 2010, any suggestions? (First Post) Hello All, I've been following Camaro5 for quite a while, but just joined up the other day, so this is my first post. Here's my question: Are there any common problems, covered by the initial warranty, that are lurking below the surface? Something that I may not notice now, but could end up causing me grief down the road? I've had my Camaro for almost three years now (January), and have never had any problems with it that required me to have work done. The car has run perfectly for me, I have 22,000 miles on it, and do have an extended warranty. The only reasons I've had it in to the dealer are for oil changes and a scratch from a sun umbrella that I really can't blame Chevy for! Thanks! Mark

11-04-2012, 09:45 PM	#4
Sir Nuke Master of All Things Drives: '20 Corvette Stingray Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeast of Houston, Texas Posts: 22,332 View My Garage	Mark, don't know of any lingering problems, I have had mine a little over 3 years and have 46000 miles on it, and the only time I have had in back in the dealers hot was to drive in, park it, adn go and see someone I know there.....but never for any problems. oh and btw.....Welcome to our happy little corner of the net, and to Camaro5. There is a BIG fridge on the back porch with anything you can think of in it...help yourself...of course only take what you can LEGALLY have. Make yourself at home on one of the big fluffy couches, kick your shoes off, put your feet up on one of the tables, yes we are allowed to do that, mom's, dad's, wive's, husband's, girlfriend's and boyfriend's here don't care....and take it easy. oh...btw....every once in a while a food fight breaks out...so you may not want to wear nice clothes here. Welcome!! __________________

11-04-2012, 09:46 PM	#5
Ladybugsmom Older than I look.... Drives: 2010 VR Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Washington Posts: 6,481 View My Garage	The warranty that is about to expire is your bumper-to-bumper. Power train is 2 more years. That being said, have your A/C checked, make sure the spoiler is securely attached, and have your passenger side airbag sensors checked. Those are things I've had issues with - and the airbag sensor went out 3 weeks AFTER the warranty expired. I have extended warranty, but it cost me $100 with that, rather than nothing. Also, the clips holding the leather seat covers on have broken twice, for no apparent reason - can't hurt to look at those either. __________________ High Heels and Fast Wheels!!

11-04-2012, 09:56 PM	#6
mdrobtx Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Victory Red Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 253	I need to take mine in also. 1. Spoiler rubbing deck lid and chipping off the paint under it. 2. Brake master cylinder cap leaking. __________________ 21 years of owning Camaros. Finally got a 5th Generation. 1968 Coupe and 1967 Vert

11-04-2012, 11:10 PM	#8
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	my warranty was gone with less than 100 miles, lol __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

11-04-2012, 09:38 PM	#2
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	The only real long term issue you might want to guard against is carbon build up. If you do not already have one I would suggest picking up a good catch can.

11-04-2012, 09:40 PM	#3
Fiveg56 Drives: - Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: MN Posts: 1,654 View My Garage	Welcome to Camaro5! Although its stressful when your warranty is about to expire, if there are no current issues, there isn't much you can do. They won't preemptively fix things anyway.

11-04-2012, 11:07 PM	#7
spearmark Drives: 2010 ABM 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stuart, FL Posts: 9	Thanks for the advice. I will be taking it in soon for an oil change, and will definitely consider the recommendations given. Sir Nuke, you at a nuke plant? I'm at St. Lucie Nuclear on the east coast of Florida.

11-04-2012, 11:30 PM	#9
nikos30 HT5 EastSide Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NJ/PA Posts: 1,596 View My Garage	isnt it a 5 year warranty? __________________

11-05-2012, 06:44 AM	#12
RubyCamaro Jan Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT Red Jewel tintcoat Join Date: May 2010 Location: Springfield, TN Posts: 16,225 View My Garage	Check the plastic piece on the side of the driver's seat where the controls are. They tend to break (pull away from the seat). I had to have mine fixed. If broken) They will replace it & add a reinforcing piece that is installed in newer Camaros but was not in 2010's. And heve them update your PDIM. Just tell them you get loud static pops & problems with indexing using Ipod. There are a ton of threads on C5 where you will find the info to give them on the fix. I'd search it for you but time to get ready for work. __________________

11-05-2012, 07:22 AM	#13
Moorepheus Drives: 2013 Dodge Charge R/T Plus AWD Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Niagara Falls, NY Posts: 1,307 View My Garage	Trade in for 2013...