Is Your 2010-2011 Camaro Running Rough, Stalling, or Not Starting?
As a diagnostic technician with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen countless fifth-gen Camaros with the 3.6L V6 roll into my bay with frustrating and often intermittent issues. The owner complains about the car suddenly dying at a stoplight, a check engine light that won’t go away, erratic shifting, or a complete no-start condition that leaves them stranded. These symptoms often point directly to a failing Engine Control Module (ECM), the central computer that manages everything from fuel injection and spark timing to transmission signals and emissions controls.
A Technician’s Real-World Story
“A customer’s 2011 Camaro came in last week with these exact symptoms. It had a whole list of communication codes (U-codes) along with misfire codes. The previous shop had already replaced plugs and coils with no success. After verifying the main power and ground circuits to the ECM were solid, we knew the processor inside the module was failing. Once we installed a properly programmed replacement and transferred the security data, the car ran perfectly, and all the codes were gone for good. It’s a common failure point I’ve diagnosed hundreds of times on these GM 3.6L platforms.”
Common Symptoms of a Failing Camaro ECM
When the ECM begins to fail, it can cause a cascade of problems because it’s the brain of your vehicle’s powertrain. If you’re noticing any of the following, your ECM is the likely culprit:
- ✔ Check Engine Light illuminated with various, often unrelated, trouble codes.
- ✔ Intermittent or complete no-start condition where the engine cranks but won’t fire up.
- ✔ Sudden stalling while driving or when coming to a stop.
- ✔ Poor fuel economy and a noticeable loss of engine power.
- ✔ Harsh or erratic automatic transmission shifting.
- ✔ Communication errors with other modules on the vehicle’s network (CAN bus).
The Right Solution: A Pre-Programmed ECM
Don’t let a faulty computer keep your Camaro parked. This Engine Control Module is the definitive solution to restore your vehicle’s performance and reliability. We take the guesswork and complexity out of the repair by programming the module specifically for your car before it ever leaves our facility.
Here’s what makes our process the best choice for your repair:
- ✔ VIN-Specific Programming: We flash the module with the latest, most stable software release from General Motors, using your vehicle’s unique VIN. This ensures perfect compatibility with your engine, transmission, and options.
- ✔ Hassle-Free Installation: By handling the initial programming, we eliminate the need for expensive trips to the dealership and specialized scan tools for software loading.
- ✔ Direct-Fit Replacement: This module is a direct replacement for the original, ensuring all connectors and mounting points line up perfectly.
CRITICAL INFORMATION FOR CAMARO & LACROSSE OWNERS
For the 2010-2011 Camaro and Buick LaCrosse, the factory anti-theft system (immobilizer) data is stored within the original ECM. To make this replacement a true plug-and-play solution and avoid a no-start situation, you will need to send us your original ECM.
This is a standard procedure I’ve performed thousands of times. We use specialized equipment to safely read the security information from your old module and write it to the new one. This ensures the new ECM is recognized by your car’s Body Control Module and key, allowing the engine to start and run without any additional security relearn procedures. After you place your order, we will contact you with simple instructions and a shipping address for sending your original module to us.
Part Number Compatibility
This ECM is a direct replacement for the following GM and AC Delco part numbers. If your module has one of these numbers, this is the correct part for your vehicle.
- ✔ 19300014
- ✔ 19300015
- ✔ 12617230
- ✔ 12636355
- ✔ 12635019
Verified Vehicle Fitment
This module is professionally programmed for the 3.6L V6 engine in the following vehicles:
- ✔ 2010-2011 Buick LaCrosse
- ✔ 2010-2011 Cadillac CTS
- ✔ 2010-2011 Cadillac STS
- ✔ 2010-2011 Chevrolet Camaro
- ✔ 2010-2011 Chevrolet Traverse
- ✔ 2010-2011 Buick Enclave
- ✔ 2010-2011 GMC Acadia
- ✔ 2010 Saturn Outlook
- ✔ 2010 Buick Allure