Any concerns regarding inherent mechanical issues with either the ZL1 or ZL1 1LE?

Ls_Camaro · 06-04-2020, 02:33 PM

Hey guys looking into both the ZL1 and ZL1 1LE is there anything I should look out for as far as intermittent or mechanical issues with these cars that I should be aware of? I know that every car is going to have their issues or downfalls especially in first year models. Some of the issues I listed below could possibly be rare and never happened to you folks but wanted to hear your thoughts and input if you have experienced any or other common problems among other ZL1/ZLE owners with their cars. While doing some research I have noticed some online complaints regarding some things like…

-Electrical issues such as the car stalling and back up camera not displaying while in reverse.

-Airbags/brakes Brakes seemed hard to depress and caused an accident and airbag did not effectively deploy.

-Possible sunroof malfunction causing the glass to explode and shatter inside the car.

-Power train issues such as hearing a loud clunk under the car and the car having a hard time shifting itself into the next gear causing it to stay high in the RPMs.

Mark R · 06-04-2020, 03:16 PM

Some oil pumps failed on some cars from the 2017 - 2018 model years. Other than that, they are rock solid.

SJFGTO · 06-04-2020, 05:33 PM

Really rock solid, even with the additional stress of modifications and spirited driving, my ZLE has never missed a beat. Runs strong, stays surprisingly cool despite hot Georgia summers and a smaller lower pulley. No weird noises and minimal oil consumption. Just a rock!

SFV1LE · 06-04-2020, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SJFGTO

Really rock solid, even with the additional stress of modifications and spirited driving, my ZLE has never missed a beat. Runs strong, stays surprisingly cool despite hot Georgia summers and a smaller lower pulley. No weird noises and minimal oil consumption. Just a rock!

A stock ZL1 stays very cool, it's incredible. On 90F+ days at tracks in CA, even with long 160 mph WOT runs in traffic down the front straight at Fontana, coolant temps never rise at all.

Oil temps stay very low for track use, and cool down within minutes of track exit. Much rather have a car that you can flog on hot days with no worries, than a car that's 1-2 seconds/lap faster.

SJFGTO · 06-05-2020, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by SFV1LE

A stock ZL1 stays very cool, it's incredible. On 90F+ days at tracks in CA, even with long 160 mph WOT runs in traffic down the front straight at Fontana, coolant temps never rise at all.

Oil temps stay very low for track use, and cool down within minutes of track exit. Much rather have a car that you can flog on hot days with no worries, than a car that's 1-2 seconds/lap faster.

Amen Brother!

Junkyardspecial · 06-05-2020, 09:28 AM

I have a 2018 ZLE with 15k hard track miles. Only issues so far were a failed steering rack ( I think that was from a rough road or pot hole)

And a weeping water pump seal. Both were fixed under warranty.

Apexslayer · 06-05-2020, 09:50 PM

No issues... ...best performing car you can by for the $$

Apexslayer · 06-05-2020, 09:52 PM

Also - if you are looking for a daily driver go ZL1. if you are looking for a car to track often go 1LE.

06-04-2020, 02:33 PM	#1
Ls_Camaro Drives: A Vette Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Florida Posts: 193	Any concerns regarding inherent mechanical issues with either the ZL1 or ZL1 1LE? Hey guys looking into both the ZL1 and ZL1 1LE is there anything I should look out for as far as intermittent or mechanical issues with these cars that I should be aware of? I know that every car is going to have their issues or downfalls especially in first year models. Some of the issues I listed below could possibly be rare and never happened to you folks but wanted to hear your thoughts and input if you have experienced any or other common problems among other ZL1/ZLE owners with their cars. While doing some research I have noticed some online complaints regarding some things like… -Electrical issues such as the car stalling and back up camera not displaying while in reverse. -Airbags/brakes Brakes seemed hard to depress and caused an accident and airbag did not effectively deploy. -Possible sunroof malfunction causing the glass to explode and shatter inside the car. -Power train issues such as hearing a loud clunk under the car and the car having a hard time shifting itself into the next gear causing it to stay high in the RPMs.

06-04-2020, 05:33 PM	#3
SJFGTO Oh Oh it's Friday Night! Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Walton Woods Posts: 1,061	Really rock solid, even with the additional stress of modifications and spirited driving, my ZLE has never missed a beat. Runs strong, stays surprisingly cool despite hot Georgia summers and a smaller lower pulley. No weird noises and minimal oil consumption. Just a rock! __________________ 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE NFG; ARH 2” headers, catless mids, ARH full exhaust, Lingenfelter 18% lower pulley, ATI Harmonic Balancer, Roto-fab CAI, EE-catch can, TM ported TB, NX Lid, BMR strut tower brace. Aeroforce dual pod interceptor gauges. Tuned by Vengeance Racing!!! 644 HP @ 6250 rpm / 689 trq @ 3660 rpm Four that wanna own me Two that wanna stone me One says she's a friend of mine...

06-05-2020, 09:28 AM	#6
Junkyardspecial Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: May 2019 Location: South Florida Posts: 438	I have a 2018 ZLE with 15k hard track miles. Only issues so far were a failed steering rack ( I think that was from a rough road or pot hole) And a weeping water pump seal. Both were fixed under warranty. __________________ Subscribe to my Youtube channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/Junkyardspecial Will buy your GoodYear Supercar 3R Take offs!

06-04-2020, 03:16 PM	#2
Mark R Drives: 2018 ZL-1 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 948	Some oil pumps failed on some cars from the 2017 - 2018 model years. Other than that, they are rock solid.

06-05-2020, 09:50 PM	#7
Apexslayer Drives: Zl1 1le Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Midwest Posts: 183	No issues... ...best performing car you can by for the $$

06-05-2020, 09:52 PM	#8
Apexslayer Drives: Zl1 1le Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Midwest Posts: 183	Also - if you are looking for a daily driver go ZL1. if you are looking for a car to track often go 1LE.

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