2004 Chevrolet Aveo

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2004 Chevrolet Aveo
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2004: 206 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2004	206
2005	235
2006	189
2007	216
2008	163
2009	169
2010	66
2011	77
2012	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 15%

15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 31 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 27 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

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MY 19 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER JUST ARRIVED AT HER MOTHERS HOUSE, PARKED THE CAR AND CAME INSIDE. WHEN WE STARTED SEEING, AND SMELLING SMOKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140619

ENGINE 10%

10% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET AVEO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE COOLANT PUMP HOUSING FRACTURED AND COOLANT LEAKED OUT, WHICH CAUSED THE SMOKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180928

MY 19 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER JUST ARRIVED AT HER MOTHERS HOUSE, PARKED THE CAR AND CAME INSIDE. WHEN WE STARTED SEEING, AND SMELLING SMOKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140619

AIR BAGS 7%

7% of complaints: air bags — 15 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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TAKATA RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190724

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 7%

7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 14 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20041011 — seat belts

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR SAFETY BELT CAN BECOME TWISTED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SAFETY BELT WEBBING GUIDE TO PREVENT THE BELT FROM TWISTING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438. VEHICLE OWNERS LOCATED

Campaign 04V407000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20071019 — PE (closed 20080214)

STUCK THROTTLE VALVE

I 20080214 — EA (closed 20081014)

STUCK THROTTLE VALVE

R 20150206 — exterior lighting

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (DRL).

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 14V261000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Chevrolet Aveo — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (31 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (27 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine issues (21 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 04V407000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 14V261000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.