2007 Chevrolet Aveo Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2007 Chevrolet Aveo recalls

Most common 2007 Chevrolet Aveo problems

Problem areas named in the 216 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	84
Electrical System	51
Exterior Lighting	32
Engine And Engine Cooling	17
Power Train	14
Engine	13
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	12
Suspension	11
Vehicle Speed Control	10
Steering	10

What owners report

2026-01-24, Air Bags
The airbag warning light has remained illuminated since I acquired the vehicle in January 2025. The warning light stays on continuously and does not reset. This indicates a fault in the airbag system, and I have been advised that when this light is on, the airbags may be disabled and may not deploy in a crash. The vehicle has also experienced ongoing electrical problems, including lighting failures, blown fuses, and shift-interlock malfunctions, which suggests an electrical system fault affecting multiple safety-related systems. These issues create concern that the airbag control system may be impacted by the same electrical malfunction. The vehicle has not been repaired or diagnosed by a

2026-01-24, Air Bags
While driving, the vehicle began experiencing repeated electrical failures including blown fuses, inoperative headlights and brake lights, and the transmission becoming locked in PARK. When the fuse blows, the gear shift cannot be moved out of PARK and the ignition key cannot be removed, leaving the vehicle stuck and unable to be driven or safely turned off. The brake lights and daytime running lights also stop working, making the vehicle unsafe to operate in traffic. This condition has been occurring repeatedly and requires frequent fuse replacement just to move or shut off the vehicle. An emergency override hole on the shifter had already been exposed, indicating the problem existed befor

2023-01-31, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V398000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that after the vehicle was involved in an accident, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to restart on various occasions. No warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that the failure had reoccurred, and the vehicle failed to restart. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.

2021-08-02, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the driver’s side front air bag sensor warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle and completed a diagnostic test which displayed a failure with the front driver’s side air bag. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately of 52,000.

2021-07-16, Electrical System
Out of no where it cought on fire

2007 Chevrolet Aveo questions

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo: Exterior Lighting:Headlights; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

Based on 216 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (84), Electrical System (51), Exterior Lighting (32).

How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Chevrolet Aveo has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.