2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 169 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 916 | 1,075 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–30 | 28–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 45,000 mi | 57,643 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Aveo | Chevrolet Aveo |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 50 | 15 |
| Engine | 36 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 29 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 11 |
| Power Train | 14 | 11 |
| Suspension | 22 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 7 |
| Steering | 9 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 9 |
2009 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.