2012 Chevrolet Aveo
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.
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2012 CHEVY AVEO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO MULTIPLE MALFUNCTIONS WITH VEHICLE. *AS *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20190225
1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.
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2012 CHEVY AVEO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO MULTIPLE MALFUNCTIONS WITH VEHICLE. *AS *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20190225
1 of 1 total report mentions: air bags.
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2012 CHEVY AVEO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO MULTIPLE MALFUNCTIONS WITH VEHICLE. *AS *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20190225
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2012 Chevrolet Aveo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.