2010 Chevrolet Aveo problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (12) · Vehicle Speed Control (7) · Air Bags (6)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
58 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid 2014-07-29 · campaign 14V460000 · 1,968 vehicles
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Pontiac G3 vehicles. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the valves inside the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, affecting the closing motion of the valves.
Risk: If the ABS valve corrodes it may result in longer brake pedal travel or reduced performance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, free of charge, in any vehicle that did not have its module replaced under a previous customer satisfaction campaign. The recall began in late September 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac). GM's number for this recall is 14505.
Service bulletins (1,056)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-09-04 · PIP4902W · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-01 · PIT3271Q · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
Unknown Or Other 2026-03-09 · PIP6104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a gds2 session log and upload to a technical assistance case in cx connect.
Unknown Or Other 2026-03-09 · PIP4902V · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Unknown Or Other 2026-01-08 · PIP4902U · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email gds2 session logs into technical assistance.
Unknown Or Other 2025-11-20 · PIT5214G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of general motors technical assistance center. if va
Showing the 6 most recent of 1,056 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-10-28 · Engine · 5,000 mi“the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet aveo. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop the vehicle, the vehicle was bouncing. the contact also stated the key had gotten stuck inside the ignition switch. the contact called the local dealer and was informed that the failure could be attributed to driver's error. …”
2021-04-26 · Suspension · 143,943 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet aveo. the contact stated while driving 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the a-arm connecting the steering to the tires underneath the vehicle collapsed. the contact pulled over, waited for a few minutes, and then slowly drove the vehicle back to the residence. the contact stated there was no warning li…”
2020-04-29 · Engine · 66,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet aveo. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced an intermittent starting failure without warning. the contact was informed of an unknown recall on the vehicle while the emissions test was being performed. the vehicle was taken to marxen chevrolet cadillac (1118 w historic route 66, flagstaff, az 86001) w…”
2018-11-19 · Electrical System:ignition · 80,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet aveo. the contact stated that the key was stuck in the run position in the ignition and the vehicle would not turn off. the contact stated that the fuel pump fuse and the ground wire had to be unplugged to shut off the vehicle. an unknown dealer was contacted to schedule a diagnostic appointment. the vehicle wa…”
2018-06-18 · Engine · 142,000 mi“coming home from work on highway.. going up small incline speed started to drop. then shut off. smoke from under hood would not start. made a clicking noise. computer read several codes relating to knock sensor. was replaced (2nd time) and codes cleared. still not starting. no codes showing. starter also replaced. other relay sensors ch…”
2017-07-28 · Suspension · 40,300 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet aveo. the contact stated that the front and rear of the vehicle were unstable while driving. the dealer (edmond chevrolet buick gmc, 824 e main st, bradford, pa 16701, (814) 331-4476) was unable to provide the correct solution after inspecting and diagnosing the vehicle. the dealer replaced the ball joints, whi…”
2017-07-06 · Engine · 74,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet aveo. the contact stated that the vehicle misfired. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was an engine misfire in cylinder four, which affected the transmission. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was confirmed that the vehicle was involved in tsb campaign number: 1129…”
2017-05-29 · Power Train“when i drive down the street my car will go out of drive the i will have to stop the car then turn it off. then turn it back on.…”
2017-03-07 · Engine · 68,000 mi“thermostat stayed closed.no warning lights came on.driving on interstate.car just shut down.speed was 65 to 70.o2 sensor has gone out also for the second time in two and half years.the car had only about 68000.miles when the thermostat got stuck.had to have major work done on the car.head did not crack.it had to be repaired.along with other issues …”
2017-02-25 · Vehicle Speed Control“car became unresponsive to the gas pedal at 45 mph. a loud clicking noise could be heard underneath about mid body. it doesnt want to accelerate for passing etc. could smell fuel and the car was smoking lightly when i got it home. sat it for 30 minutes and it seems to be ok for now,but havent been on highway yet. 36,000 miles. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.