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2006 Chevrolet Aveo recalls and problems

1 recall and 189 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.

1
recalls
189
owner complaints
13
complaints mentioning a crash
16
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2006 Chevrolet Aveo recalls

Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 14V261000 · reported May 19, 2014 · General Motors LLC · 218,000 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk
If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 25, 2025 · Electrical system · fire reported

The interior dash caught on fire and burned only in the middle of the dashboard. This happened hours after it started smoking inside the car and the headlights would not turn off even though they were already off.

Jun 4, 2025 · Electrical system

Lights malfunction. Headlights dim intermittently, turn signal causes headlights to turn off, dashboard lights do not work, running lights work intermittently. The splice pack in the fuse box is burnt and so are the wires connected to it.

Jun 12, 2024 · Service brakes

Front subframe. Pulls one way during acceleration and pulling the opposite way during braking

Jan 22, 2024 · Exterior lighting

The splicer connected to the fuse box in the engine burns up after a while of use causing the Dash lights, right brake light and front marker light to not work at night. It is a major safety issue and hundreds/thousands of complaints online (via google) have been made about it burning up.

Mar 8, 2023 · Electrical system

This is happening to my car. Would like them to fix it . Manufacture defect and it is a huge safety issue. Effect pedal function. Some customers may comment on an intermittent malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) being Illuminated with a message or an indicator that displays Reduced Engine Power. The technician may…

Aveo model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 2206239
2005 12351917
2006 11891316
2007 22162513
2008 11631716
2009 1169133

Across all years, the 2005 Aveo has the most complaints (235). All Chevrolet Aveo years →

Questions

Does the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, the most recent reported on May 19, 2014 (Exterior lighting: headlights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo?
Owners have filed 189 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (67 complaints), followed by air bags (58).
How many 2006 Chevrolet Aveo complaints mention a crash or fire?
13 of 189 complaints report a crash and 16 a fire; 7 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 25, 2025.