2011 Chevrolet Aveo
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Owner complaints
77 complaints10 involved a crash1 involved a fire4 injuries1 deaths
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- Wheels
Prime wall tires 185/60/r14, pimewall tires ps830 185/60/r14 are separating from the seam
- Air bags
The passenger seat sensor IS defective causing the passenger air bag to turn off making it dangerous for a passenger in case of accident
- Electrical system · Engine
I have been to the shop so many times since I bought this car. The first time out of nowhere it started smoking white smoke and overheated the engine and come to find out the tubing in the car had exploded. Then got everything fixed and now still having the same problem with overheating and white…
I have been to the shop so many times since I bought this car. The first time out of nowhere it started smoking white smoke and overheated the engine and come to find out the tubing in the car had exploded. Then got everything fixed and now still having the same problem with overheating and white smoke but now a burning smell. It's something new every time. I found this response o. Your website with another person who has this car and this happened to mine as well: ' hoses to my cooling system all busted one after another with in 5 day we could see the week spot in the hose after thy busted,had the thermostat changed , it also blow my head gasket' this IS also happened and I barely drive it. It's 5 miles down the street where I work with a 45mph max speed limit. I have pictures and videos as well but can't attach it
- Unknown or other
Key gets locked in ignition. It wont turn or if it turns it does not come out.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
Arrived at home put my car in park and my key was stuck in the ignition and unable to shut my car off. Had to pull fuse to the computer and disconnect negative side of battery. Took it to a shop they advised no communication with shifter. Shop drilled out my old ignition lock cylinder and replaced with a new key lock cylinder. Seems to be working as of now after a $518.74 bill.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no injuries; however, the contact was still driven to the hospital by a parent. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to…
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact crashed into the preceding vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no injuries; however, the contact was still driven to the hospital by a parent. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a collision center. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 76,512.
- Service brakes
Right front brake hose blew out leaving me with no brake while driving on a city street. Unable to stop had no brakes had to swerve in order to keep from hitting car in front of me. Mechanic said in his 35 years as a mechanic never seen this happen and to make a report as this could kill someone.
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. The contact was unable to turn the vehicle off and the ignition switch seized. The contact stated that a fuse or the battery needed to be removed in order to turn the vehicle off. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that the key was unable to be removed from the ignition switch. The contact stated that the failure had occurred and worsened for approximately two months. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (shellworth chevrolet, 631 orange drive…
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that the key was unable to be removed from the ignition switch. The contact stated that the failure had occurred and worsened for approximately two months. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (shellworth chevrolet, 631 orange drive, vacaville, california 95687) where it was diagnosed that the ignition lock cylinder needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. *Tt *tr
- Power train
At 60K miles the speedometer stopped working. Vehicle runs fine but not having a speedometer IS a safety hazard. There are only a few transmissions that have this problem where the speedometer in operated by a plastic gear inside the transmission. I had to replace the transmission cost me 1600…
At 60K miles the speedometer stopped working. Vehicle runs fine but not having a speedometer IS a safety hazard. There are only a few transmissions that have this problem where the speedometer in operated by a plastic gear inside the transmission. I had to replace the transmission cost me 1600 dollars and the 9 months later that gear let go also. Again I had to change the transmission. The car will not pass inspection without the speedometer working. This IS a faulty design and should have been recalled.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
Takata recall as I was heading to work one morning the light I was waiting at turned green as I got ready to go my car shut off completely, but restarted. Ifound out my car was leaking oil on my head gaskets causing it to shut off. My sales rep managed to talk his mechanic to fix that. Now my car has a problem with the fuel injectors causing the take off not to be proper & draining my gas!!
- Engine
My coolant reservoir has been emptied suddenly on 4 occasions. one one occasion, while driving on the highways, my car overheated, and was found to have no coolant. After filling it, letting the car cool, and driving 10 minutes down the road, it had overheated and was empty again. That time, and…
My coolant reservoir has been emptied suddenly on 4 occasions. one one occasion, while driving on the highways, my car overheated, and was found to have no coolant. After filling it, letting the car cool, and driving 10 minutes down the road, it had overheated and was empty again. That time, and once before, it was the hose. Another time, the cap was damaged, and was allowing coolant to evaporate. The most recent time, there IS a crack in the reservoir, allowing the coolant to leak. However, my overheating warning did not come on. my heat has also not been working, even if I warm my car up ahead of time in the cold weather.
- Engine
The car has lost power while driving on 3 occasions so far over the past 3 years. Each time this happened, I have been driving between 25-45 mph in a residential/suburban area. I have had to roll to a stop and pull over on a busy road. My gas nor breaks worked at all while this was happening. I turned my car off, then on, and it worked like normal again.
- Engine and engine cooling
2011 chevy aveo. Consumer writes in regards to vehice overheating and blown head gasket. *Ld the consumer stated the vehicle has over heated a total of 3 times. The last incident caused the head gasket to blow. The vehicle has also experienced leaks. updated 09/18/2017*js
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
I have owned this car for less than a year and it has shut down while driving 4 times already. I have taken it to the dealer for repair they say they can not find anything wrong that they would have to be driving it when it shuts down. so this IS how it happens I am on the highway driving and out…
I have owned this car for less than a year and it has shut down while driving 4 times already. I have taken it to the dealer for repair they say they can not find anything wrong that they would have to be driving it when it shuts down. so this IS how it happens I am on the highway driving and out of nowhere my entire car just shuts down and I am trying to coast to safety. imagine that not being a safety issue and that this car has not been recalled yet. Recently I have been speaking with another person who owns the same exact car and he told me that his car has shut down just like that on several occasions. so if this IS happening to me and another random person that I am speaking with I am wondering why this car IS not being recalled. I am afraid that I am going to die in that car how safe can driving on a highway and have your car suddently shut down with cars flying past you at 70 or 80 miles an hours be. please look into this I believe that there should be a recall on this car. I see below that you are asking for specific dates that this has happened I do not know those exact dates so I will pick a date.
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact was unable to identify other warning indicators that were illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and restarted. The vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact was unable to identify other warning indicators that were illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and restarted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000. Updated 07/11/17*lj *cn
- Power train · Unknown or other · Vehicle speed control
Purchased this car with less than 30,000 miles from a local dealer. problems including power loss and over heating within first few days of purchase. chevy dealer "repair" we continue to have the same issues currently. chevy escalates and says not a known issue, we should pay thousands to repair…
Purchased this car with less than 30,000 miles from a local dealer. problems including power loss and over heating within first few days of purchase. chevy dealer "repair" we continue to have the same issues currently. chevy escalates and says not a known issue, we should pay thousands to repair head gasket even though there tech support says to damage to gasket IS not showing up when tested. dangerous small vehicle that looses power for unknown reason and overheats for unknown reason. so far it can not be repaired. many consumer blogs and same complaints. thousands of blogs.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While the vehicle was parked, the contact released the emergency brake and shifted into first gear. The rear brakes completely failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear brake pads separated from the…
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While the vehicle was parked, the contact released the emergency brake and shifted into first gear. The rear brakes completely failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear brake pads separated from the brake shoes. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000.
- Power train
While driving on the expressway going the speed limit of 55 mph when all of a sudden, there was a sudden hesitation delay in the acceleration that dropped me to 20-25mph, out of the blue..scared the daylights out of me!!!..i have only 51,340 miles on the odometer, come to find out with a diagnotic…
While driving on the expressway going the speed limit of 55 mph when all of a sudden, there was a sudden hesitation delay in the acceleration that dropped me to 20-25mph, out of the blue..scared the daylights out of me!!!..i have only 51,340 miles on the odometer, come to find out with a diagnotic check it says speed sensor, coded as p0700/p0722,it was replaced still coded as p0722 ,p0700,p0597 and idle codes too..took it to a gm (chevy dealership and they said with no fault of me, there was pre- mix of transmission fluid and coolant fluid mixing in the radiator..the speedometer and the odometer went out service engine light pop on now there's no warranty,it has expired 4/2016 yet 80,000 miles which ever comes first, I'm the second owner and now I have to pay 1,200 in repairs..this IS not fair!!!!! I googled and my chevy aveo 2011 IS not the only vechicle with these issues..maybe a recall should be in order, not sure please tell me...
- Unknown or other
Interior door handle on drivers side snapped and broke.
- Unknown or other
The key IS stuck in the ignition. engine will not shut off. transmission shifts normally.
- Unknown or other
The key IS stuck in the ignition.
- Engine · Engine and engine cooling
Last month will driving( highway, city street and parked) all my hoses to my cooling system all busted one after another with in 5 day we could see the week spot in the hose after thy busted,had the thermostat changed , it also blow my head gasket now I cant drive my car it has 74,756 miles I…
Last month will driving( highway, city street and parked) all my hoses to my cooling system all busted one after another with in 5 day we could see the week spot in the hose after thy busted,had the thermostat changed , it also blow my head gasket now I cant drive my car it has 74,756 miles I don't now the cause vin number IS [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet aveo. While driving approximately 45 mph, the engine overheated and caused the radiator holes to explode. The contact independently repaired the radiator holes. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.
- Suspension
Identified online there was a prior issue documented for 2011 chevrolet aveo with front end suspension. I am being told by dealer this IS a wheel bearing issue there were 2 numbers assigned that begin with an " n and t". I became afraid to drive the vehicle because of the information I…
Identified online there was a prior issue documented for 2011 chevrolet aveo with front end suspension. I am being told by dealer this IS a wheel bearing issue there were 2 numbers assigned that begin with an " n and t". I became afraid to drive the vehicle because of the information I located and the noise it made when in motion. my car has been serviced regularly bu chevrolet and this IS really a major concern to learn of this problem. I purchased the vehicle in 2012 and strangely this automobile IS not no longer a product of chevrolet. I have never been advised of a safety recall and do not want to be a fatality and when there were opportunities to correct the situation by chevrolet. I do value my life as well as others who are not being notified of defects in automobiles they purchase. we deserve better customer service and support.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011805This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number forreflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
- 11011709This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011205This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010545This service bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications (U.S).
- 11010491This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 11010490This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11010421This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 11009764This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 11009756This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
- 11009532This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009531This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009088This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
- 11009039This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11008906This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 11008898The bulletin provides direction on how to locate the Temporary Service Part (TSP) form in GlobalConnect.
- 11007936This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11007121This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
- 11007116This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11007115This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
- 11007095This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
- 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006682This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
- 11006670This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
- 11006644This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006511This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11006278This service bulletin describes the U.S. Dealer Special Tool Loan Program process.
- 11005311This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004727This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002441This service bulletin provides information for engine oil life monitor operation calculation.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11001971This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on customer vehicles concern results in a manufacturer repurchase from the customer, GM depends on the dealership to host and administer the repurchase closing and intake of the returning vehicle.
- 11001327This service bulletin provides information for engine oil life monitor operation calculation.
- 11001325This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information to cover GMs policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.
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