2009 CHEVROLET AVEO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report

N/A

Safety Rating

278

Owner Complaints

23 Crashes 8 Fires 3 Deaths

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

18

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO

The 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO has received a total of 278 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID. 18 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (49 complaints), Engine (36 complaints), and Engine And Engine Cooling (25 complaints).

Recalls for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO, potentially affecting up to 1,968 vehicles.

Recall 14V460000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

| 1,968 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Pontiac G3 vehicles. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the valves inside the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, affecting the closing motion of the valves.

Consequence: If the ABS valve corrodes it may result in longer brake pedal travel or reduced performance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, free of charge, in any vehicle that did not have its module replaced under a previous customer satisfaction campaign. The recall began in late September 2014. Owners may contact...

View full details →

Owner Complaints for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO

278 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 49 2 Crashes 1 Fire
Engine
Complaints: 36 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 25
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 22
Suspension
Complaints: 19 1 Crash
Air Bags
Complaints: 14 10 Crashes 2 Fires 11 Injuries 1 Death
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 11
Power Train
Complaints: 10
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 10 2 Crashes 2 Fires
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 9
Steering
Complaints: 8 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Wheels
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 6 1 Fire
Service Brakes
Complaints: 6 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 6
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 4
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 4
Structurebody
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury 1 Death
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 3
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Structure
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Equipment Adaptivemobility
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury 1 Death
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11567280 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 90,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle shut off independently. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that they could not diagnose the vehicle because the vehicle failed to start. The dealer informed the contact that an unknown wiring harness might need to be installed to restart the vehicle; however, the part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to GM Campaign Number: N110290. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
#11567280 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | | 90,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle shut off independently. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that they could not diagnose the vehicle because the vehicle failed to start. The dealer informed the contact that an unknown wiring harness might need to be installed to restart the vehicle; however, the part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to GM Campaign Number: N110290. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
#11302225 | ENGINE | | 8,900 miles
MY 2009 CHEVY AVEO HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT TROUBLE! THE PROBLEM STARTED WITH 89,000 MILES. IN IDLE, AFTER ABOUT 2 MINUTES, THE CAR WOULD SHAKE VIOLENTLY. I BEGAN TO DRIVE NORMALLY WITH NO PROBLEM THEN THE CAR SURGES, LOOSES POWER, THEN STALLED IN TRAFFIC. AFTER ABOUT 3 MINUTES OF SITTING, THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED THEN AFTER ABOUT 4 BLOCKS, LOST POWER AGAIN. THE CAR KEPT DYING & RESTARTING. FINALLY GOT HOME. TURNED THE CAR BACK ON , THE IDLE WAS GOING UP & DOWN, SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE IDLING IN PARK. THE THROTTLE BODY WAS CHANGED, O2 SENSOR CHANGED, MASS AIR SENSOR CHANGED. AIR FILTER CLEAN. THIS CAR IS TERRIBLE. I WILL NEVER TRUST & BUY A CHEVY AGAIN!!!!! SHAME ON YOU CHEVY.! GET YOUR QUALITY CONTROL IN CHECK. I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW TO STAY CLEAR OF CHEVY CARS!!!!!
#11281877 | AIR BAGS | | 120,000 miles Crash Fire 1 Injury
OUR SON HAD A CAR ACCIDENT ON HIGH I -49 N, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE BRAKES WOULD NOT BREAK. HE SUBSTAINED HEAD ,NECK TRAUMA , BACK AND LEG IN THE VEHICLE.
#11281877 | WHEELS | | 120,000 miles Crash Fire 1 Injury
OUR SON HAD A CAR ACCIDENT ON HIGH I -49 N, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE BRAKES WOULD NOT BREAK. HE SUBSTAINED HEAD ,NECK TRAUMA , BACK AND LEG IN THE VEHICLE.

View all Electrical System complaints →

Safety Rating for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO

General Motors, LLC has issued 18 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIP5329C — ENGINE

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0341 and or P0366 set. If theconcern is duplicated, the technician is directed toreplace the related Camshaft Position sensor and retest for the...

PIP4977B — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about melted plastic piece in the engine block deck that may be found when performing mechanical engine repairs. If the Technician finds melted or distorted oil feed restrictor orifice is found, engine replacement is required at this time.

G166727 — EQUIPMENT

11290C - Emission Recall (revised service procedure). A degraded connection between the spark plug boots on the ignition coil assembly and the spark plugs may cause the illumination of the Check Engine Soon light, rough engine operation, and lack of engine power. Dealers will install new spark plug boots and...

SB-11290 — ENGINE

GM: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. PRODUCT EMISSION RECALL. DEGRADED CONNECTION BETWEEN IGNITION COIL SPARK PLUG BOOTS AND SPARK PLUGS. THIS MAY CAUSE THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE SOON LIGHT, ROUGH ENGINE OPERATION, AND LACK OF ENGINE POWER. DEALERS ARE TO INSTALL NEW SPARK PLUG BOOTS AND...

PIP5051A — ENGINE

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Engine Control Module has ended no longer be on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer can now order part through the normal Customer Care and Aftersales parts process.

03-00-89-013H — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This informational bulletin provides information on a update for the Electronic Component Exchange Program (U.S. and Canada Only)

12189 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Long Brake Pedal Travel and/or Reduced Brake Performance

120941001A — AIR BAGS

Information on Counterfeit Airbag Modules

PI0821 — ENGINE

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

SB-09-06-04-016A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

CHEVROLET: ENGINEERING INFORMATION CLOSED/RESULTS PROVIDED-MIL/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, REDUCED POWER MODE, DTCS P2101, P2135 SET. THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION MAY BE DUE TO POOR TERMINAL CRIMPS IN THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS. *PE

Showing 10 of 18 technical service bulletins.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 CHEVROLET AVEO

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET AVEO

View all CHEVROLET AVEO model years →

Other CHEVROLET Models

View all CHEVROLET models →

Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report