How many brake complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?

NHTSA lists 37 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, which is 18% of the 203 total complaints filed for this model year.

Is there a recall for 2011 Chevrolet HHR brakes?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the brakes problem area on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.

At what mileage do 2011 HHR brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR is 54,000 miles.

Have brake problems on the 2011 HHR led to crashes or injuries?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 6 crashes and 10 injuries associated with brake complaints on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.

Is the 2011 HHR worse than the 2010 for brake complaints?

The 2011 HHR shows 37 brake complaints (18% share) compared to 51 complaints (10% share) for the 2010 HHR, so brakes make up a larger portion of total complaints in 2011.

2011 Chevrolet HHR Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 37 brake complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 18% of the model year's 203 total complaints, with 6 crashes and 10 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 54,000 miles, and no related recalls are listed for this problem area.

Brakes complaints: 37; 18% of 203
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 10
Median mileage: 54,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brakes failing to stop the vehicle in time, leading to low-speed rear-end collisions with other vehicles.
Several complaints describe the electronic stability control (ESC) activating on its own, with a warning light illuminating and the vehicle feeling like a wheel was seizing.
Some drivers report the accelerator sticking while brakes failed to slow the car down at highway speeds, forcing use of the emergency brake.
Owners describe brake pedal application not stopping the vehicle even after dealer repairs, with the problem returning after service.
A few complaints mention the ESC engaging alongside steering wheel shaking, pulling to one side, and repeated brake and rotor replacement.

When 2011 Chevrolet HHR brake complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 29, 2012, latest Jul 12, 2020.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2012 to Jul 2020; peak Jun 2014 (4).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 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 many brake complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?: NHTSA lists 37 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, which is 18% of the 203 total complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a recall for 2011 Chevrolet HHR brakes?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the brakes problem area on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
At what mileage do 2011 HHR brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR is 54,000 miles.
Have brake problems on the 2011 HHR led to crashes or injuries?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 6 crashes and 10 injuries associated with brake complaints on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Is the 2011 HHR worse than the 2010 for brake complaints?: The 2011 HHR shows 37 brake complaints (18% share) compared to 51 complaints (10% share) for the 2010 HHR, so brakes make up a larger portion of total complaints in 2011.