P0700 on CHEVROLET CAMARO — Transmission Control System (MIL Request)

Q: "What does P0700 mean on a CHEVROLET CAMARO?"

"P0700 indicates: Transmission Control System (MIL Request). This is a transmission code. 4 CHEVROLET CAMARO owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0700 on CHEVROLET CAMARO?"

"Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Power Train,Electrical System,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0700 serious on my CHEVROLET CAMARO?"

"Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET CAMARO, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my CHEVROLET CAMARO shows P0700?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0700 Means on Your CHEVROLET CAMARO

P0700 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Transmission Control System (MIL Request). This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

4 CHEVROLET CAMARO owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2016-2022. Most reports come from the 2016, 2018 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (75.0% of reports).

Real CHEVROLET CAMARO Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"On Friday August 12th 2022 at 9:30pm check engine light came on after car was sitting turned off for a few hours while my fiance was buffing/polishing/waxing the car. Checked the chevy app, it didn't list any problems. Took it to auto zone. They ran diagnostics. Came back codes P0711 and P0700."

— 2016 CHEVROLET CAMARO owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 08/12/2022

"I’ve been experiencing my acceleration and brake pedal engaging without my intervention. While driving , a sudden unintended acceleration will occur followed by the brakes engaging by itself."

— 2018 CHEVROLET CAMARO owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE · Filed 03/25/2023

"Today in the morning, i was driving on the highway to work and as i was driving at about 45 mph, i heard a clunk sound under the car and the engine light came on."

— 2019 CHEVROLET CAMARO owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 07/12/2019

"When I first purchase the brand new 2022 chevy Camaro LS, the car drove smooth. A. Few weeks later I notice the car did not smoothly shift into gear. From gear 1 to 2 the shift was delayed before kicking in."

— 2022 CHEVROLET CAMARO owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 08/15/2025

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'22

Common Causes on CHEVROLET CAMARO

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 75%

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 25%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0700 mean on a CHEVROLET CAMARO? ▾

P0700 indicates: Transmission Control System (MIL Request). This is a transmission code. 4 CHEVROLET CAMARO owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0700 on CHEVROLET CAMARO? ▾

Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Power Train,Electrical System,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0700 serious on my CHEVROLET CAMARO? ▾

Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET CAMARO, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my CHEVROLET CAMARO shows P0700? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.