Does the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

Owners have filed 216 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (84 complaints), followed by electrical system (50).

How many 2007 Chevrolet Aveo complaints mention a crash or fire?

25 of 216 complaints report a crash and 13 a fire; 25 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2007 Chevrolet Aveo recalls and problems

2 recalls and 216 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.

recalls

216

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2007 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.

Fuel system, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 06V398000 · reported October 17, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 17,676 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 1.6l engine, during a ncap severe frontal crash test, the fuel line in the engine compartment developed a fracture. In addition, the crash damage caused four short circuits in the fuse block, the combination of which allowed the fuel pump to continue running and fuel leaked onto the ground.
The risk: If these conditions occurred in an actual crash, a vehicle fire could occur.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuse block and install a new section of fuel line that has been redesigned free of charge. The recall began on november 16, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

Most reported problems

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

Air bags84
Electrical system50
Exterior lighting32
Engine and engine cooling17
Power train14
Engine13
Suspension11
Service brakes, hydraulic10
Steering10
Vehicle speed control10

What owners report

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

Jan 24, 2026 · 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…

Jan 24, 2026 · 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…

Jan 31, 2023 · 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…

Aug 2, 2021 · Air bags · 52,000 miles
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…

Jul 16, 2021 · Electrical system · fire reported
Out of no where it cought on fire

Aveo model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2004	2	206	23	9
2005	1	235	19	17
2006	1	189	13	16
2007	2	216	25	13
2008	1	163	17	16
2009	1	169	13	3
2010	1	66	8	0

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

Questions

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?: Owners have filed 216 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (84 complaints), followed by electrical system (50).
How many 2007 Chevrolet Aveo complaints mention a crash or fire?: 25 of 216 complaints report a crash and 13 a fire; 25 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 24, 2026.