Ignition won't release key? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Kleeeb · 08-17-2015, 02:20 PM

So lately, every single time I try to turn off my car, the key will not turn all the way and then get locked in the ignition. It will only turn to the ACC (?) notch.

To retrieve my key, I have to turn the key forward a notch (not start the car) and then put the car in reverse and then back in park. USUALLY, it then releases the key.

Has anyone else had this problem? I've read some say its a battery issue (mine's fine.) and some say the tumblers on the ignition get stuck, but I feel that wouldn't be able to be resolved by the step I have to go through. I'm planning to take my car to the dealership sometime this week, but until then I just want to know if anyone has a clue what's wrong.

THANKS IN ADVANCE!!!

PS- I know a thread like this was posted before- I have read it. The thing is, it really didn't help me figure out what was wrong.

White_Camaro · 08-18-2015, 11:52 PM

Yes I had the same issue you were having. There is something wrong with a module or a part in the shifter that prevents you from removing the key from the ignition. My dealer replaced a part in the shifter and i can remove my key fine now.

Kleeeb · 08-18-2015, 11:53 PM

Thank you!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Kleeeb · 08-18-2015, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by White_Camaro

Yes I had the same issue you were having. There is something wrong with a module or a part in the shifter that prevents you from removing the key from the ignition. My dealer replaced a part in the shifter and i can remove my key fine now.

Was it a part they had to order? Or did they just do it on the spot?

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

White_Camaro · 08-19-2015, 01:57 AM

They had it in stock at my dealership. They had to fix this problem on several camaros before me. I do not know what specific part they actually replaced though. I will look at the paperwork to find out.

Kleeeb · 08-19-2015, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by White_Camaro

They had it in stock at my dealership. They had to fix this problem on several camaros before me. I do not know what specific part they actually replaced though. I will look at the paperwork to find out.

Thanks. I'll call them today.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

08-17-2015, 02:20 PM	#1
Kleeeb Drives: 2014 Red Hot 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 1,801	Ignition won't release key? So lately, every single time I try to turn off my car, the key will not turn all the way and then get locked in the ignition. It will only turn to the ACC (?) notch. To retrieve my key, I have to turn the key forward a notch (not start the car) and then put the car in reverse and then back in park. USUALLY, it then releases the key. Has anyone else had this problem? I've read some say its a battery issue (mine's fine.) and some say the tumblers on the ignition get stuck, but I feel that wouldn't be able to be resolved by the step I have to go through. I'm planning to take my car to the dealership sometime this week, but until then I just want to know if anyone has a clue what's wrong. THANKS IN ADVANCE!!! PS- I know a thread like this was posted before- I have read it. The thing is, it really didn't help me figure out what was wrong. __________________

08-18-2015, 11:53 PM	#3
Kleeeb Drives: 2014 Red Hot 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 1,801	Thank you! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

08-18-2015, 11:52 PM	#2
White_Camaro Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: phoenix Posts: 287	Yes I had the same issue you were having. There is something wrong with a module or a part in the shifter that prevents you from removing the key from the ignition. My dealer replaced a part in the shifter and i can remove my key fine now.

08-19-2015, 01:57 AM	#5
White_Camaro Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: phoenix Posts: 287	They had it in stock at my dealership. They had to fix this problem on several camaros before me. I do not know what specific part they actually replaced though. I will look at the paperwork to find out.