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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-CHEVROLET-AVEO
2007 · chevrolet

chevrolet Aveo problems

1 safety recall. 216 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
71 reports · avg $1,100
critical
electrical
40 reports · avg $850
severe
engine
23 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
lighting
18 reports · avg $250
severe
steering
10 reports · avg $700
severe
suspension
10 reports · avg $900
moderate
brakes
9 reports · avg $450
severe
powertrain
9 reports · avg $2,500
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Aveo · airbags
"PASSENGER AIRBAG IS OFF" LIGHT COMES ON WHEN ADULT IS SEATED INDICATING AIRBAG IS DISABLED. HAVE HAD IT IN FOR SERVICE FOUR TIMES. HAVE BEEN TOLD WE WERE NOT SITTING IN THE SEAT PROPERLY. GM REPLACED SEAT AND SENSOR, BUT DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. LAST SERVICE DATE IS…
12/31/2008 · NHTSA ODI #10253372.0
2007 Aveo · electrical
THE CAR IS HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. STARTED WITH THE HEADLIGHT GOING OUT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE, THEN THE SHIFTER STARTED GETTING STUCK IN PARK. LATER THE DASH BOARD LIGHTS WENT OUT, ALONG WITH ALL THE GAUGES. NOW MY TAIL AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE NO LONGER WORKING AND WHEN I TURN…
12/29/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10373326.0
2007 Aveo · electrical
BEEN SMELLING SOMETHING THAT SIMILAR TO PLASTIC BUT COULD NOT LOCATE ANYTHING BUT NOW I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE FUSES BLOWN FOR LOW BEAMS AND DRL. ULTIMATELY ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS HAVE NOW GONE OUT ALONG WITH NO TAIL LIGHTS OR LOW BEAMS OR DRLS AT ALL AND NO HORN. DEALER IS SAYING…
12/23/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10811839.0
2007 Aveo · suspension
MY CA R HAS EXCESSIVE TIRE WARE HAVE 147000 MILES PURCHASED WITH 42000 I AM ON 6TH SET OF TIRES HAVE USED THREE BRANDS. SOME TIRES AS LITTLE AS 15000 MILES HAVE HAD IT CHECKED FOR ALIGNMENT WHICH WAS AT SPECS. THIS PROBLEM HAS RESULTED IN SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE WITH…
12/23/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10557116.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 06V398000 17/10/2006

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 1

IF THESE CONDITIONS OCCURRED IN AN ACTUAL CRASH, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUSE BLOCK AND INSTALL A NEW SECTION OF FUEL LINE THAT HAS BEEN REDESIGNED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 71 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Aveo has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 216 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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