NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro Safety Ratings
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss 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 SS with Recaro achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 82/100, placing it in the Strong band. This assessment is bolstered by a perfect rollover score and a clean record of zero recalls. However, the absence of active crash avoidance technology notably limits its overall safety score.
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS with Recaro received a 5-star rollover rating and zero recall campaigns according to NHTSA 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 Ss With Recaro ranks 9 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 | 9 of 11 Coupes tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro?
Zero recall campaigns have been issued for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS with Recaro, a notable absence for a performance coupe. This contributes to its strong defect record sub-score of 17.5 out of 20. The vehicle's crash protection sub-score of 62.2 out of 70 is derived from published NHTSA data, including a 5-star rollover rating and a 4-star frontal crash score. However, its overall Safety Index of 82 is constrained by a low avoidance technology sub-score of 2 out of 10. This specific configuration lacks both forward collision warning and lane departure warning, with electronic stability control being the sole active safety feature identified. No prior-year Safety Index is available for comparison. While 15 unverified owner complaints regarding the engine and electrical systems have been filed, they have not reached a threshold necessitating a recall investigation.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro perform in crash tests?
A 5-star rollover rating, demonstrating a low 8-percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic test result, stands as a notable safety achievement. Frontal crash protection was assessed at 4 out of 5 stars. No ratings for side protection or overall safety were published by NHTSA for this configuration.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18209
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 Ss With Recaro have any recalls?
NHTSA shows zero recall campaigns on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS with Recaro. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check against the NHTSA recall database, as supplier-level or late-filed campaigns can appear after a vehicle leaves the dealership.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro?
Fifteen unverified consumer allegations have been filed with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are Engine with 6 alleged incidents, Electrical System with 5, and Fuel/Propulsion System with 4. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects, and should be weighed accordingly.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro?
Before purchasing this 3-year-old coupe, run the specific VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup tool to confirm no campaigns have been filed or remain open. Verify that any future-filed remedy has been completed at a dealership, as recall status can change after a vehicle enters the used market.
- Zero NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this specific 2023 configuration, a clean federal safety record that directly lifts its defect record sub-score to 17.5 out of 20.
- The rollover rating of 5 stars with an 8-percent risk figure and a No Tip dynamic result is the single strongest crash-test data point for this model year.
- Neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is available on this build, producing an avoidance tech sub-score of only 2 out of 10 and representing the largest single drag on the 82/100 Safety Index.
- Fifteen unverified NHTSA complaints cite Engine and Electrical System as the most frequently alleged problem areas, with 4 alleged crash events and 2 alleged injuries reported among those filings.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro places
The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss With Recaro crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss 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 Ss With Recaro crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss 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 Ss With Recaro have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss 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 Ss With Recaro?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ss 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 Ss 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 18209), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Camaro Ss 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 9 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.