2007 Chevrolet Aveo Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Aveo years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 216 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. That ranks 2nd out of 9 Aveo model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (84 complaints, 39%), typically at around 38,334 miles. Complaints mention 25 crashes, 13 fires, 25 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 216owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 25complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Chevrolet Aveo problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags problems | 84 | 39% | 38,334 | “air bag” (55%) | $1,250 |
| Electrical System problems | 50 | 23% | 66,000 | “ignition key” (10%) | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 32 | 15% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 8% | 39,550 | — | — |
| Power Train | 14 | 6% | 26,909 | — | — |
| Engine | 13 | 6% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 11 | 5% | 19,251 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 5% | 10,876 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 5% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 5% | 38,740 | — | — |
| Structure | 7 | 3% | 21,626 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 3% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 2% | 9,800 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 2% | 152,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 2% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2% | 106,975 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 2% | 38,400 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 1% | 41,700 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 1% | 2,252 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | 6,003 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1% | 51,900 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 1% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 0% | 22,550 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 0% | 66,500 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | 56 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Chevrolet Aveo recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (DRL). In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the center console in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
Risk: If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised DRL module, inspect the wiring connector for heat damage, and clean the DRL circuit grounds. Owners were sent interim notices on August 14, 2014. The recall began on February 6, 2015. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). General Motors recall number for this campaign is 14236.
Fuel system, gasoline
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 1.6l engine, during a ncap severe frontal crash test, the fuel line in the engine compartment developed a fracture. In addition, the crash damage caused four short circuits in the fuse block, the combination of which allowed the fuel pump to continue running and fuel leaked onto the ground.
Risk: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving, the vehicle began experiencing repeated electrical failures including blown fuses, inoperative headlights and brake lights, and the transmission becoming locked in PARK. When the fuse blows, the gear shift cannot be moved out of PARK and the ignition key cannot be removed, leaving…
The airbag warning light has remained illuminated since I acquired the vehicle in January 2025. The warning light stays on continuously and does not reset. This indicates a fault in the airbag system, and I have been advised that when this light is on, the airbags may be disabled and may not deploy…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V398000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that after the vehicle was involved in an accident, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to restart…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the driverâs side front air bag sensor warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle and completed a diagnostic test which displayed a failure with…
Out of no where it cought on fire
Other Chevrolet Aveo years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Aveo | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 Aveo | 77 | 0 |
| 2010 Aveo | 66 | 1 |
| 2009 Aveo | 169 | 1 |
| 2008 Aveo | 163 | 1 |
| 2007 | 216 | 2 |
| 2006 Aveo | 189 | 1 |
| 2005 Aveo | 235 | 1 |
| 2004 Aveo | 206 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 84 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Aveo model years, the 2007 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.