MYRModel Year Report

2004 Chevrolet Aveo

● Typical for this model
2004 Chevrolet Aveo
BUILT 2026-10-10

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
206
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

31% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 206 complaints 2004 206 2005: 235 complaints 2006: 189 complaints 2006 2007: 216 complaints 2008: 163 complaints 2008 2009: 169 complaints 2010: 66 complaints 2010 2011: 77 complaints 2012: 1 complaint 2012
2004: 206 complaints 2004 206 2005: 235 complaints 2005 2006: 189 complaints 2006 2007: 216 complaints 2007 2008: 163 complaints 2008 2009: 169 complaints 2009 2010: 66 complaints 2010 2011: 77 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012
2004: 206 complaints 2004 206 2005: 235 complaints 2005 2006: 189 complaints 2006 2007: 216 complaints 2007 2008: 163 complaints 2008 2009: 169 complaints 2009 2010: 66 complaints 2010 2011: 77 complaints 2011 2012: 1 complaint 2012

2004: 206 complaints

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YearComplaints
2004206
2005235
2006189
2007216
2008163
2009169
201066
201177
20121

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

31% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and engine.

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Electrical system

18% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and interior/under dash.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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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, 2014-06-19

Also filed under Engine

Air bags

11% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
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Takata recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-24

Also filed under Wheels

I was in a car wreck where a woman shot across in front of me and I hit her in the passenger side of her vehicle and it was a solid impact for my vehicle at about 25-35 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-23

Engine

10% · 21 reports
CRASHFIRE
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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, 2018-09-28

Seat belts

10% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing rear/other and buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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The consumer was involved in a vehicle accident whereby the seat belts did not work. The driver seat belt broke and a toddler was thrown to the front seat. After complaining to the manufacturer about the failure, GM still did not cooperate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-14

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2004-10-11Seat belts04V407000 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…

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    2007-10-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-02-14 Stuck throttle valve
  3. I
    2008-02-14Engineering analysisClosed 2008-10-14 Stuck throttle valve
  4. R
    2015-02-06Exterior lighting14V261000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Chevrolet Aveo — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 64 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 38 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 23 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V407000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 14V261000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.