2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs 2006 Chevrolet Aveo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Chevrolet Aveo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 206 | 189 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 409 | 656 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–27 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,000 mi | 60,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Aveo | Chevrolet Aveo |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 | 67 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 58 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 62 | 13 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 38 |
| Power Train | 18 | 16 |
| Engine | 21 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 18 | 3 |
| Steering | 9 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 5 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 20 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
2004 Chevrolet Aveo
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.