Which Chevrolet Aveo year has the most reported problems?

The 2011 Aveo has the highest complaint index at 100, with 77 total complaints, 10 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries, and 1 death reported to NHTSA. Its top problem area is the Engine.

Is the 2010 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?

The 2010 Aveo has a complaint index of 50, 66 complaints, and 1 recall campaign. Engine issues account for the top problem area, with a median mileage at failure of 46,750.

What is the biggest problem area for the Chevrolet Aveo overall?

Across all years covered (2010-2012), Engine issues make up 46% of the 144 total complaints, followed by Electrical System at 23% and Transmission & Powertrain at 14%.

Does the Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the Aveo, tied to the 2010 model year. The 2011 and 2012 model years show 0 recalls in this data.

Is the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo better than earlier years?

The 2012 Aveo shows only 1 complaint and a complaint index of 0, far lower than the 66 complaints for 2010 and 77 for 2011, though this may reflect limited data coverage rather than a confirmed pattern.

Chevrolet Aveo Best and Worst Years (2010–2012)

No Chevrolet Aveo years are flagged as avoid or best in this dataset. The 2011 has the highest complaint index (100) with 77 complaints, while 2012 has just 1 complaint and a complaint index of 0, suggesting far fewer reported issues.

Model years: 3; 2010–2012
NHTSA complaints: 144
Recall campaigns: 1
Crashes reported: 18
Fires reported: 1
Top problem area: Engine

Aveo Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Chevrolet Aveo problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2010	No verdict	50	66	8	0	1	Engine	29	—
2011	No verdict	100	77	10	1	0	Engine	28.5	—
2012	No verdict	0	1	0	0	0	Airbags	—	—

Most common Chevrolet Aveo problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Engine66 (46%)
Electrical System33 (23%)
Transmission & Powertrain20 (14%)
Airbags17 (12%)
Brakes14 (10%)
Fuel System13 (9%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires13 (9%)
Steering11 (8%)
Other10 (7%)
Structure & Body5 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

Which Chevrolet Aveo year has the most reported problems?: The 2011 Aveo has the highest complaint index at 100, with 77 total complaints, 10 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries, and 1 death reported to NHTSA. Its top problem area is the Engine.
Is the 2010 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?: The 2010 Aveo has a complaint index of 50, 66 complaints, and 1 recall campaign. Engine issues account for the top problem area, with a median mileage at failure of 46,750.
What is the biggest problem area for the Chevrolet Aveo overall?: Across all years covered (2010-2012), Engine issues make up 46% of the 144 total complaints, followed by Electrical System at 23% and Transmission & Powertrain at 14%.
Does the Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?: NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the Aveo, tied to the 2010 model year. The 2011 and 2012 model years show 0 recalls in this data.
Is the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo better than earlier years?: The 2012 Aveo shows only 1 complaint and a complaint index of 0, far lower than the 66 complaints for 2010 and 77 for 2011, though this may reflect limited data coverage rather than a confirmed pattern.