TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HITTING A BUMP IN THE ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND REAR PASSENGERS SIDE LIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR, THE DIMMER SWITCH AND THE FUSE BLOCK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE W…
2010 Chevrolet Aveo electrical problems
severe 11 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
I WENT TO START THE CAR AND IT WAS COMPLETELY DEAD, THE LIGHTS WORKED AND THE "DOOR AJAR" LIGHT WORKED ALSO, I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A SHOP WHERE I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE IGNITION SWITCH. A NEW ONE WAS PUT IN, I PAID $553 TOOK THE CAR AND RAN ERRANDS. AFTER LEAVING THE CAR NOT RUNNING FOR ABOUT 1-1/2 HOURS I WENT TO START IT AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO SHOP WHERE MECHANIC CAL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WAS STUCK IN THE RUN POSITION IN THE IGNITION AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FUSE AND THE GROUND WIRE HAD TO BE UNPLUGGED TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. AN UNKNOWN DEALER WAS CONTACTED TO SCHEDULE A DIAGNOSTIC APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS …
MY VEHICLE WOULD NOT START ON A TRIP TO FLORIDA AND MY BOYFRIEND AND I HAD TO PUSH START IT ALL THE WAY BACK TO OHIO. AS SOON AS WE GOT BACK I GOT BACK I GOT THE CLUTCH SWITCH REPAIRED WHICH WAS $300. THEN I WENT ON A SECOND TRIP TO FLORIDA IN JULY AND ONCE I ARRIVED I GOT IN MY CAR TO GO SOMEWHERE AND IT WOULD NOT START YET AGAIN. I TOOK IT TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THEY COULD NOT FIND THEM PROBLEM …
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop the vehicle, the vehicle was bouncing. The contact also stated the key had gotten stuck inside the ignition switch. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the failure could be attributed to driver's error. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2010 Chevrolet Aveo?
It's a meaningful issue. 11 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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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