2018 2SS Falling Headliner Issue

Burnout Czar · 06-21-2021, 08:31 PM

I have the falling/sagging headliner issue in the front. I'm not sure how it compares to others, but I don't think it's super noticeable. My warranty is up in a couple of weeks. I already visited the dealer for this and they said they'll have to remove the windshield and will attempt to fix the headliner before replacing it. Based on other's experiences on this thread it seems this may be a high risk low reward repair. Having already had issues with my car being returned in the condition I dropped it off in at a different dealer I'm not sure I have a lot of confidence in this dealer to be able to make the repair without any damage and actually resolve the issue. Does anyone know if they changed part numbers and actually fixed the issue with the headliner? Has anyone had any success with repairs?

arpad_m · 06-21-2021, 09:07 PM

I for one wouldn't let them remove my windshield. How about simply using something like this to cover the edge instead: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721YWC5S?

HCI2000SS · 06-21-2021, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

I for one wouldn't let them remove my windshield. How about simply using something like this to cover the edge instead: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721YWC5S?

That's exactly what I did

LT4Greg · 06-22-2021, 06:39 AM

I wouldn’t have it changed out unless it’s really bothering you. My 2017 ZL1 has that problem on the passenger side but not that bad that I notice it all the time. The only warranty I have left is on the drivetrain so any replacement would be on my dollar. Good luck.

ZED SLED · 06-22-2021, 07:08 AM

I'd advise against it. I had mine replaced a couple of years ago and the new one now droops in the back as well as the front. they didn't fix $hit

Blownhotrodder · 08-09-2021, 07:05 PM

I looked at gm parts online and it appears a new headliner is priced at $1500! Thats insane.

arpad_m · 08-09-2021, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Blownhotrodder

I looked at gm parts online and it appears a new headliner is priced at $1500! Thats insane.

You might have looked wrong, here is the headliner part for our 2018 cars.

However, replacing the headliner requires pulling off and then re-gluing the windshield, which I definitely wouldn't want to allow unless absolutely necessary... as I mentioned above, many fixed the sagging headliner with some black rubber edge trim from amazon, I also have it at the ready just in case.

WhyUMad1LE · 08-10-2021, 06:59 AM

I will replace the headliner with an alcantara one if/when I need to replace the windshield.

zaimer · 08-10-2021, 07:01 AM

Just a thought, but would it be a possibility to get some sort of liquid adhesive and apply with a syringe?

94turbolsx · 08-11-2021, 03:07 PM

Spend the money for good professional contact cement like Dap Welwood. It is intended to be sprayed though a spray gun, but in small sections can be applied with a brush. Its absolutely what I would do before pulling a windshield and unlike a new GM headliner, this fix would last forever. Dont waste your time with consumer grade stuff like 3m super 77 ect ect, they dont last.

hotlap · 08-11-2021, 03:58 PM

I had the headline replaced on my 16. I had rattles afterwards and the dealer scratched my passenger doorjamb and drivers door.

The windshield removal isn't the primary concern. Its the trim they remove to free the headliner.

pauly1119 · 08-11-2021, 04:43 PM

I had mine replaced through warranty and it came out perfect. Crazy because the car is AC stored so its probably some defect. The worst part was I had to come back 3 times because the dealer kept rejecting the headliners sent and would have to reschedule. I don't think contact cement would have fixed it as the foam kinda rolls out on the edges. I did consider some sort of edging material but thought it should be the way its suppose to be so I had the dealer take care of it. I was able to take the car the same day but they wanted it to sit several hours in the sun for the windshield to set.

arpad_m · 08-11-2021, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by pauly1119

I had mine replaced through warranty and it came out perfect. Crazy because the car is AC stored so its probably some defect. The worst part was I had to come back 3 times because the dealer kept rejecting the headliners sent and would have to reschedule. I don't think contact cement would have fixed it as the foam kinda rolls out on the edges. I did consider some sort of edging material but thought it should be the way its suppose to be so I had the dealer take care of it. I was able to take the car the same day but they wanted it to sit several hours in the sun for the windshield to set.

Hm, I actually prefer this kind of service department. Even the longest time you have to wait fades into oblivion ten minutes after picking up the car, but if the work isn't done to 100%, you will keep seeing that forever (or at least until you take the car elsewhere, heh).

Jay Breeze · 05-25-2022, 11:31 AM

The Amazon link is dead .. just noticed the sagging headliner on my 2016. Anyone help me out and send me a new link or picture of what u-channel strip was used?

06-21-2021, 08:31 PM	#1
Burnout Czar Drives: Hyper Blue Metallic Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Oconomowoc, WI Posts: 18	2018 2SS Falling Headliner Issue I have the falling/sagging headliner issue in the front. I'm not sure how it compares to others, but I don't think it's super noticeable. My warranty is up in a couple of weeks. I already visited the dealer for this and they said they'll have to remove the windshield and will attempt to fix the headliner before replacing it. Based on other's experiences on this thread it seems this may be a high risk low reward repair. Having already had issues with my car being returned in the condition I dropped it off in at a different dealer I'm not sure I have a lot of confidence in this dealer to be able to make the repair without any damage and actually resolve the issue. Does anyone know if they changed part numbers and actually fixed the issue with the headliner? Has anyone had any success with repairs? Attached Images

06-21-2021, 09:07 PM	#2
arpad_m Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS A8 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 11,605 View My Garage	I for one wouldn't let them remove my windshield. How about simply using something like this to cover the edge instead: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721YWC5S? __________________ 2018 Camaro 2SS — G7E MX0 NPP F55 IO6 735 rwhp \| 665 rwtq Magnuson TVS 2300 80mm pulley \| Kooks 1 7/8" LT headers \| JRE smooth idle terminator cam \| LT4 FS & injectors \| TSP forged pistons & rods JMS PowerMAX \| DSX flex fuel kit \| Roto-Fab CAI \| Soler 95mm LT5 TB \| 1LE wheels \| 1LE brakes \| BMR rear cradle lockout \| JRE custom tune 1100 - 1/30/18 \| 2000 - 1/31/18 3000 - 2/06/18 TPW 2/26/18 3400 - 2/19/18 \| 3800 - 2/26/18 4300 - 2/27/18 \| 4B00 - 3/01/18 4200 - 3/05/18 \| 4800 - 3/14/18 5000 - 3/16/18 \| 6000 - 3/19/18

06-22-2021, 06:39 AM	#4
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	I wouldn’t have it changed out unless it’s really bothering you. My 2017 ZL1 has that problem on the passenger side but not that bad that I notice it all the time. The only warranty I have left is on the drivetrain so any replacement would be on my dollar. Good luck. __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

06-22-2021, 07:08 AM	#5
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	I'd advise against it. I had mine replaced a couple of years ago and the new one now droops in the back as well as the front. they didn't fix $hit __________________

08-11-2021, 03:07 PM	#10
94turbolsx Drives: 2001 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Granger , IN Posts: 341	Spend the money for good professional contact cement like Dap Welwood. It is intended to be sprayed though a spray gun, but in small sections can be applied with a brush. Its absolutely what I would do before pulling a windshield and unlike a new GM headliner, this fix would last forever. Dont waste your time with consumer grade stuff like 3m super 77 ect ect, they dont last. __________________ 2001 Camaro SS- M6 cone killer

08-09-2021, 07:05 PM	#6
Blownhotrodder Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clarkesville , GEORGIA Posts: 1,859	I looked at gm parts online and it appears a new headliner is priced at $1500! Thats insane.

08-10-2021, 06:59 AM	#8
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	I will replace the headliner with an alcantara one if/when I need to replace the windshield.

08-10-2021, 07:01 AM	#9
zaimer Drives: 23 ZL1 6speed Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: WI Posts: 1,272	Just a thought, but would it be a possibility to get some sort of liquid adhesive and apply with a syringe?

08-11-2021, 03:58 PM	#11
hotlap Drives: 20 1LE 2SS M6 Rally Green Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Franklin WI Posts: 6,632	I had the headline replaced on my 16. I had rattles afterwards and the dealer scratched my passenger doorjamb and drivers door. The windshield removal isn't the primary concern. Its the trim they remove to free the headliner. __________________ "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 -

08-11-2021, 04:43 PM	#12
pauly1119 Drives: 2018 ZLE Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Palm City Fl Posts: 1,341	I had mine replaced through warranty and it came out perfect. Crazy because the car is AC stored so its probably some defect. The worst part was I had to come back 3 times because the dealer kept rejecting the headliners sent and would have to reschedule. I don't think contact cement would have fixed it as the foam kinda rolls out on the edges. I did consider some sort of edging material but thought it should be the way its suppose to be so I had the dealer take care of it. I was able to take the car the same day but they wanted it to sit several hours in the sun for the windshield to set.

05-25-2022, 11:31 AM	#14
Jay Breeze Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS White/Kalahari Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Long Island Posts: 8	The Amazon link is dead .. just noticed the sagging headliner on my 2016. Anyone help me out and send me a new link or picture of what u-channel strip was used?

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