NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 Safety Ratings
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 scores 86 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 15 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86/100, placing it in the Strong band. A clean recall record and a five-star overall NHTSA crash rating anchor that score. The notable weakness is a near-zero avoidance tech score, since forward collision warning and lane departure warning are both absent.
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 7 Coupes from 2021 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 ranks 4 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 86 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 15 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 4 of 7 Coupes tested for 2021 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1?
The 2021 Camaro LT1 is a specific data point worth examining on its own terms. Its defect record sub-score of 18.75 out of 20 is the strongest contributor to the 86/100 Safety Index, reflecting the absence of any recall campaigns for this model year. The crash protection sub-score of 65 out of 70 is equally strong, driven by the five-star overall NHTSA rating and the clean rollover result. Where this year stumbles is in avoidance technology: the LT1 scores only 2 out of 10 in that category because neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is present, though electronic stability control does come standard. No prior-year Safety Index is on file for comparison, so a year-over-year trend cannot be established. The 15 unverified complaints on file, including one alleged crash and three alleged injuries, are worth monitoring but do not alter the strong structural picture this year's federal data presents.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2021 Camaro LT1 five stars overall, with a perfect five stars in both the side and rollover categories. The frontal test is the relative soft spot at four out of five stars. Rollover risk is measured at 8 percent, and the vehicle passed the dynamic tip test without tipping.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15194
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 have any recalls?
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro LT1 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisories are associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall data can be updated at any time, but this year enters the used market with a clean defect-action record.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1?
NHTSA has received 15 owner complaints for this model year, including one alleged crash and three alleged injuries. These are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently cited components in those reports are Power Train, Engine, and Unknown or Other categories, with Fuel System and Fuel/Propulsion System also appearing.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1?
The 2021 Camaro LT1 currently shows no open recalls. However, as with any used vehicle, prospective buyers should use the VIN to confirm with NHTSA that no new campaigns have been initiated, and that any past recalls were remedied by the previous owner.
- Zero NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for the 2021 model year specifically, contributing a near-perfect defect record sub-score of 18.75 out of 20 in the Safety Index.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test produced four out of five stars for this model year, the only star rating below the maximum across the four tested categories.
- Neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is equipped on the 2021 LT1, producing an avoidance tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10 and representing the single largest drag on the 86/100 Safety Index.
- Fifteen unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with Power Train and Engine as the most frequently alleged problem areas, including one reported crash and three reported injuries.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 places
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 safety questions
Was the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 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 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, 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 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 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 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Lt1. 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 years
Rivals in Coupe (2021)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Mustang Gt500 | 90/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2021 Ford Mustang | 89/100 | 5 of 5 | 6 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Ss | 88/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Camaro Zl1 | 85/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Camaro | 84/100 | 5 of 5 | 4 |
| 2021 Dodge Challenger | 80/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15194), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Camaro Lt1 2021.
- 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 4 of 7 in the Coupe class for 2021.
- 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.