TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET HHR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY DIED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BUT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE STARTED. THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN WARNING LIGHT WAS ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER IN REGARDS TO THE FAILURE AND THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD NEED TO BE RESET. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILE…
2006 Chevrolet HHR engine problems
moderate 39 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
39
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
DRIVING AT 70MPH ON THE FREEWAY, BETWEEN TWO SEMI TRUCKS, MY CAR DINGED AT ME AND THE DISPLAY SAID, "ENGINE POWER REDUCED." I DID NOT KNOW WHAT THIS MEANT SO I IMMEDIATELY STARTED TO TRY AND MANEUVER BETWEEN THE TWO TRUCKS AND PULL OVER. SECONDS LATER, THE WARNING BELLS HAPPENED AGAIN AND THE ERROR MESSAGE WAS "ENGINE DISENGAGED." THE CAR TURNED ITSELF OFF! I COASTED OVER TO THE BERM. TO BE …
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 39 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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