How many fuel system complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?

NHTSA lists 47 Fuel System complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, which is 23% of the 203 total complaints filed for this model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR fuel system?

No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data provided, even though owners describe recurring fuel line leaks and gasoline odors.

At what mileage do fuel system problems appear on the 2011 HHR?

The median mileage at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2011 HHR is 102,280 miles.

Did the fuel system issue cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries associated with Fuel System complaints on the 2011 HHR.

2011 Chevrolet HHR Fuel System Problems

The 2011 Chevrolet HHR shows 47 Fuel System complaints, 23% of its 203 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 102,280 miles. No related recall is listed in NHTSA data despite owners describing fuel line leaks and one reported fire.

Fuel System complaints: 47; 23% of 203
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 102,280 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report strong gasoline odor inside and around the vehicle, especially noticeable when parked.
Multiple complaints describe a fuel line leaking near the rear passenger or driver side tire, with visible gasoline puddles underneath the car.
Some drivers noticed fuel spraying onto the exhaust system while the vehicle idled in the driveway.
One complaint describes flames near the rear driver-side wheel while the vehicle idled on a driveway.
Owners report the fuel tank itself cracking or breaking, leading to leaks that worsened over time after refueling.
Several complaints note that repair shops confirmed fuel line leaks near the rear wheel area.

When 2011 Chevrolet HHR fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 2, 2015, latest Mar 26, 2026.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2015 to Mar 2026; peak Sep 2021 (3).

Fuel System recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by HHR model year

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

200651 (5%)
200751 (7%)
200885 (14%)
200984 (17%)
201052 (10%)
201147 (23%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet HHR have?: NHTSA lists 47 Fuel System complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, which is 23% of the 203 total complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR fuel system?: No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data provided, even though owners describe recurring fuel line leaks and gasoline odors.
At what mileage do fuel system problems appear on the 2011 HHR?: The median mileage at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2011 HHR is 102,280 miles.
Did the fuel system issue cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries associated with Fuel System complaints on the 2011 HHR.