2011 Chevrolet HHR engine problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The engine began a random misfire problem, p0300 code. I got the throttle body changed out, now the car revs higher every time I start it. It gives itself fuel in reverse and drive, with no help from the gas pedal. It is unsafe.”
filed Nov 18, 2018
“I was driving down the interstate at about 70 mph, when I began to get the messages service esc esc off, traction control of, engine reduced power and not to mention all my lights lit up like a christmas tree. Also when all of this started to happen my vehicle jerks reduced speed drastically and…”
filed Mar 22, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other HHR years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 HHR | 14 | 3% |
| 2009 HHR | 18 | 4% |
| 2008 HHR | 19 | 3% |
| 2007 HHR | 18 | 2% |
| 2006 HHR | 39 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.