MYRModel Year Report

2007 Chevrolet Aveo

◆ Worse than typical
2007 Chevrolet Aveo
BUILT 2026-08-02

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Aveo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 highlighted. 2004: 206 complaints 2004 2005: 235 complaints 2006: 189 complaints 2006 2007: 216 complaints 2007 2008: 163 complaints 2008 2009: 169 complaints 2010: 66 complaints 2010 2011: 77 complaints 2012: 1 complaints 2012
2007: 216 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004206
2005235
2006189
2007216
2008163
2009169
201066
201177
20121

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 29%

29% of complaints: air bags — 63 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH
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LOST CONTROL WHILE BRAKING/STEERING ON BLACK ICE AFTER A CURVE TO AVOID WRECKED VEHICLES AND MOTORISTS IN LANES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140306

I WAS ABOUT TO START THE CAR AND THE AIRBAG ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SEAT EXPLODED, INJURING MY LEFT ARM. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120708

MY MOTHER WAS KILLED IN A 1 CAR ACCIDENT OUTSIDE TALLAHASSEE, FL ON I10 ON 8 MAY 2007. SHE WENT INTO THE MEDIAN AND HIT TREES HEAD-ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070608

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 47 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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Out of no where it cought on fire

NHTSA ODI report, 20210716

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON A HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE HAD LOST ALL POWER ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON AND OFF AND THE ENGINE IDLED AS THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061120

While driving, the vehicle began experiencing repeated electrical failures including blown fuses, inoperative headlights and brake lights, and the transmission becoming locked in PARK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260124

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 13%

13% of complaints: exterior lighting — 29 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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While driving, the vehicle began experiencing repeated electrical failures including blown fuses, inoperative headlights and brake lights, and the transmission becoming locked in PARK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260124

ENGINE 6%

6% of complaints: engine — 13 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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Out of no where it cought on fire

NHTSA ODI report, 20210716

AIR BAGS 6%

6% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061116 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 1.6L ENGINE, DURING A NCAP SEVERE FRONTAL CRASH TEST, THE FUEL LINE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT DEVELOPED A FRACTURE. IN ADDITION, THE CRASH DAMAGE CAUSED

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUSE BLOCK AND INSTALL A NEW SECTION OF FUEL LINE THAT HAS BEEN REDESIGNED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2

Campaign 06V398000 — check if this car was fixed

▮ 2007 — complaint volume: 216
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

2007 Chevrolet Aveo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (63 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (47 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (29 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V398000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V261000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2010 ▲ 2011 ● 2008

WORST YEARS

◆ 2005 ● 2004 ● 2006

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 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.