NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro Safety Ratings
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro scores 82 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), 0 recalls, and 15 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with Recaro seats offers a Safety Index of 82/100, a score that places it in the Strong band. This ranking is supported by a clean recall record and robust crash protection results. However, the complete absence of active crash avoidance technology is a significant omission, one that should factor prominently into any prospective owner's assessment.
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with Recaro holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 82 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA rollover rating, sourced from federal NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 11 Coupes from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro ranks 8 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
| NHTSA Safety Index | 82 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 15 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 8 of 11 Coupes tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro?
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with Recaro posts a Safety Index of 82, positioning it in the Strong band, though its safety profile presents a notable dichotomy. This score is significantly bolstered by its crash protection and recall record. A perfect 5-star rollover rating stands out in the NHTSA data, complemented by a 4-star frontal crash outcome. These results contribute to a robust crash-protection sub-score of 62.2 out of 70. Further improving the overall Safety Index is a defect sub-score of 17.5 out of 20, reflecting a pristine zero-recall record for this specific model year. However, the vehicle's avoidance-technology sub-score of 2 out of 10 represents a clear deficiency. Modern safety systems such as forward collision warning and lane departure warning are not available for this configuration; electronic stability control is the only active safety feature present in this category. For a rear-wheel-drive performance coupe, the absence of these warning systems is a significant safety consideration. Additionally, 15 owner complaints have been registered, including 4 alleged crash-related incidents and 2 alleged injuries. While unverified, these complaints warrant attention, particularly due to their concentration within the Engine and Electrical System categories.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro perform in crash tests?
A 5-star rollover rating, the highest mark awarded by NHTSA, was achieved by this variant. This included a "No Tip" dynamic test outcome and an 8% rollover risk. Frontal crash protection for this configuration received a 4 out of 5-star rating. Notably, NHTSA has not published ratings for side protection or an overall score for this particular variant.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18207
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro have any recalls?
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with Recaro has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisories are associated with this model year. That clean record contributes directly to the defect-record sub-score of 17.5 out of 20 in the Safety Index breakdown.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro?
NHTSA has received 15 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Engine, cited in 6 reports, followed by the Electrical System with 5, and the Fuel and Propulsion System with 4. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro?
Before purchasing this 3-year-old vehicle, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm no new campaigns have opened since this data was recorded. Although zero recalls are currently on file, that status can change, and verifying remedy completion on any future campaign is the buyer's responsibility.
- This specific 2023 configuration carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a result reflected in its defect-record sub-score of 17.5 out of 20 within the 82-point Safety Index.
- The rollover rating for this model year is a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, with an 8% rollover risk figure and a No Tip result on the dynamic test, the strongest outcome NHTSA awards in that category.
- Both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as not available on this configuration, producing an avoidance-technology sub-score of only 2 out of 10 and representing the single largest drag on the overall Safety Index.
- NHTSA has not published side-crash or overall star ratings for this specific variant, meaning those categories are not rated rather than scored low, and shoppers should not interpret the absence of those figures as either a positive or a negative result.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro places
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 82 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Camaro Lt1 With Recaro years
Rivals in Coupe (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Mustang GT 500 | 92/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Ford Mustang | 87/100 | 5 of 5 | 6 |
| 2023 Dodge Challenger Awd | 86/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 Without Recaro | 85/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss Without Recaro | 85/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Without Recaro | 85/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18207), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 With Recaro 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 8 of 11 in the Coupe class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.