How many engine complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?

NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints for the 2011 HHR, which is 15% of the 203 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for engine problems on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR?

No. There are no related recalls listed for this component on the 2011 HHR.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2011 HHR?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2011 HHR is 66,762 miles.

Did engine problems cause any crashes or injuries on the 2011 HHR?

Across all complaint areas for the 2011 HHR, NHTSA records 1 crash and 4 injuries, with no fires reported.

How does the 2011 HHR compare to the 2010 HHR for engine complaints?

The 2011 HHR had 30 engine complaints (15% share) versus 26 complaints (5% share) for the 2010 HHR.

2011 Chevrolet HHR Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 15% of all complaints filed for that model year, with a median failure mileage of 66,762. There are no engine-related recalls on file for this year.

Engine complaints: 30; 15% of 203
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 66,762 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine loses power suddenly while driving, with the reduced-power warning light on and the car unable to go faster than 40 mph even with the accelerator fully pressed.
Electronic stability control (ESC) light comes on along with unexpected surging, vibration, or loss of throttle and brake response, sometimes requiring a restart to clear.
Engine stalls or shuts off completely while driving, cutting power steering and power brakes until the vehicle is restarted.
Unidentified fumes enter the cabin at startup and while driving with the fan on, requiring windows to be opened for ventilation.
Vehicle fails to start on the first attempt and needs the battery recharged before it will run.
Key sometimes binds in the ignition or the engine continues running after the key is removed.

When 2011 Chevrolet HHR engine complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 11, 2011, latest Nov 18, 2018.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2011 to Nov 2018; peak Oct 2015 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by HHR model year

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

201026 (5%)
201130 (15%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?: NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints for the 2011 HHR, which is 15% of the 203 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for engine problems on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR?: No. There are no related recalls listed for this component on the 2011 HHR.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2011 HHR?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2011 HHR is 66,762 miles.
Did engine problems cause any crashes or injuries on the 2011 HHR?: Across all complaint areas for the 2011 HHR, NHTSA records 1 crash and 4 injuries, with no fires reported.
How does the 2011 HHR compare to the 2010 HHR for engine complaints?: The 2011 HHR had 30 engine complaints (15% share) versus 26 complaints (5% share) for the 2010 HHR.