How common are engine problems in the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo?

NHTSA lists 33 engine complaints for the 2011 Aveo, which is 43% of the 77 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo engine?

No. The JSON data lists no related recalls tied to this engine issue.

At what mileage do 2011 Aveo engine problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 45,000 miles.

Did any 2011 Aveo engine complaints involve a crash?

Yes, one of the 33 engine complaints involved a crash, and none involved a fire or injury, according to NHTSA data.

How does the 2011 Aveo compare to the 2010 and 2012 model years for engine complaints?

NHTSA shows 32 engine complaints for 2010 (48% of that year's total) and just 1 for 2012 (100% of that year's total complaints), versus 33 for 2011 (43%).

2011 Chevrolet Aveo Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 33 engine complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 43% of its 77 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 45,000. There is no related recall on file for this engine issue.

Engine complaints: 33; 43% of 77
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 45,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden stalling or loss of power while driving at highway speeds, sometimes requiring multiple restart attempts.
Some describe the vehicle losing power and slowing down unexpectedly without warning, occasionally while merging into traffic.
Several report overheating along with hesitation to accelerate, with one case involving a damaged camshaft, blown head gaskets, and a failed timing belt.
One owner noted a strong vibration felt through the front end and steering column at idle, tied to broken motor mounts.
A few owners report the engine stalling right after a pothole impact or after spark plug replacement, with dealers unable to identify the defect.

When 2011 Chevrolet Aveo engine complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 12, 2011, latest Jan 2, 2020.

33 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2011 to Jan 2020; peak Aug 2014 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Aveo model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201032 (48%)
201133 (43%)
20121 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo?: NHTSA lists 33 engine complaints for the 2011 Aveo, which is 43% of the 77 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo engine?: No. The JSON data lists no related recalls tied to this engine issue.
At what mileage do 2011 Aveo engine problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 45,000 miles.
Did any 2011 Aveo engine complaints involve a crash?: Yes, one of the 33 engine complaints involved a crash, and none involved a fire or injury, according to NHTSA data.
How does the 2011 Aveo compare to the 2010 and 2012 model years for engine complaints?: NHTSA shows 32 engine complaints for 2010 (48% of that year's total) and just 1 for 2012 (100% of that year's total complaints), versus 33 for 2011 (43%).