How common are brake complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet HHR?

NHTSA lists 51 brake complaints for the 2010 HHR, which is 10% of the 515 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2010 HHR brake problems?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the brake problem area on the 2010 HHR.

At what mileage do 2010 HHR brake problems typically occur?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2010 HHR is 70,000 miles.

Have brake problems led to crashes or injuries on the 2010 HHR?

NHTSA data tied to brake complaints on the 2010 HHR shows 4 crashes and 2 injuries, with no fires reported.

2010 Chevrolet HHR Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 51 brake complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 10% of the 515 total complaints filed for that year. Median mileage at failure is 70,000 miles, with 4 crashes and 2 injuries reported. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Brakes complaints: 51; 10% of 515
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 70,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal going down to the floor with little or no stopping power, sometimes leading to a rear-end collision.
Some describe the electronic stability control light illuminating along with a hard brake pedal that fails to actually apply the brakes.
Several complaints describe the traction/anti-skid system engaging unexpectedly, causing the driver to lose control momentarily.
Owners describe steering wheel shaking or vibration when braking from higher speeds, sometimes attributed to worn brake pads that did not resolve the issue.
One complaint links a full electrical power system failure to loss of steering and braking control at 68,000 miles.

When 2010 Chevrolet HHR brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 26, 2010, latest Jul 3, 2023.

51 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2010 to Jul 2023; peak Apr 2014 (5).

Brakes recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet HHR

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by HHR model year

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

200674 (7%)
200759 (8%)
200869 (11%)
200951 (10%)
201051 (10%)
201137 (18%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are brake complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet HHR?: NHTSA lists 51 brake complaints for the 2010 HHR, which is 10% of the 515 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2010 HHR brake problems?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the brake problem area on the 2010 HHR.
At what mileage do 2010 HHR brake problems typically occur?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2010 HHR is 70,000 miles.
Have brake problems led to crashes or injuries on the 2010 HHR?: NHTSA data tied to brake complaints on the 2010 HHR shows 4 crashes and 2 injuries, with no fires reported.