2005 Chevrolet Aveo recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — headlights. Owners filed 235 complaints, most often about exterior lighting. Among the 7 model years of this model in the database, 2005 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints235

Crashes reported3in stored complaints

Fires reported5in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Exterior lighting — HeadlightsCampaign 14V261000 · 19 May 2014

Problem: General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (DRL). In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the center console in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.

Risk: If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised DRL module, inspect the wiring connector for heat damage, and clean the DRL circuit grounds. Owners were sent interim notices on August 14, 2014. The recall began on February 6, 2015. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). General Motors recall number for this campaign is 14236.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Exterior lighting19 · 48%

Electrical system12 · 30%

Engine7 · 18%

Power train3 · 8%

Steering2 · 5%

Unknown or other2 · 5%

Air bags2 · 5%

Vehicle speed control1 · 2%

When complaints were filed

201412

201515

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From owner complaints

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that the daytime running lights cut off on several occasions. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v261000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.…
Exterior lighting · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

I bought this car brand new and kept up the maintenance religiously! I was horrified to find out that my timing belt went out at 46,000 miles! My manual says to replace timing belt at 60,000 miles. I've read there was a recall issued in 2006, but it didn't go to owners; just service shops...i was never alerted, that…
Engine · Dec 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

Car went to 500 rpm then dropped to 300 rpm then down to 100 rpm; i immediately pulled off the main road to a side street. Lost power steering and was unable to restart car again. Car taken to local mechanic after running diagnostic tests on the vehicle, determined the car was savable and that the timing belt broke…
Steering · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the engine stalled. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.…
Engine · Sep 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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