2007 Chevrolet Aveo recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2007 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 2
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 216
Latest campaign: May 19, 2014

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Exterior lighting	1	May 19, 2014	14V261000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Oct 17, 2006	06V398000

Safety recalls2

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0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

May 19, 2014Latest campaign


May 19, 201414V261000	Exterior lighting: headlights If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V261000 What's wrong 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. Campaign NHTSA 14V261000 · May 19, 2014
Oct 17, 200606V398000	Fuel system, gasoline IF THESE CONDITIONS OCCURRED IN AN ACTUAL CRASH, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR. DetailsHide details for campaign 06V398000 What's wrong 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. Risk IF THESE CONDITIONS OCCURRED IN AN ACTUAL CRASH, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR. Remedy 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. Campaign NHTSA 06V398000 · Oct 17, 2006

May 19, 201414V261000

Exterior lighting: headlights

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V261000

What's wrong: 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.
Campaign: NHTSA 14V261000 · May 19, 2014

Oct 17, 200606V398000

Fuel system, gasoline

IF THESE CONDITIONS OCCURRED IN AN ACTUAL CRASH, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.

DetailsHide details for campaign 06V398000

What's wrong: 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.
Risk: IF THESE CONDITIONS OCCURRED IN AN ACTUAL CRASH, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign: NHTSA 06V398000 · Oct 17, 2006

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component216

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216Complaints filed

25Involving a crash

13Involving a fire

25Injuries reported · 2 deaths

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Air bags	84	39	20	1	24
Electrical system	50	23	2	6	2
Exterior lighting	32	15	0	5	0
Engine and engine cooling	17	8	1	0	0
Power train	14	6	1	0	0
Engine	13	6	0	2	0
Service brakes	13	6	2	0	0
Suspension	11	5	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	10	5	0	0	0
Steering	10	5	2	2	4
Hydraulic	10	5	1	0	0
Unknown or other	7	3	1	1	0
Structure	7	3	1	1	3
Visibility	5	2	0	0	0
Fuel system	4	2	1	1	1

13 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“While driving, the vehicle began experiencing repeated electrical failures including blown fuses, inoperative headlights and brake lights, and the transmission becoming locked in PARK.”
Filed 01/24/2026 · ODI 11713135
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.”
Filed 01/24/2026 · ODI 11713137
Fuel system
“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.”
Filed 01/31/2023 · ODI 11504723

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2007 Chevrolet Aveo recall questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. The most recent, 14V261000 (reported May 19, 2014), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 84 complaints out of 216 filed with NHTSA (39%). Across all complaints, owners reported 25 crashs and 13 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2007 Chevrolet Aveo?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

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