2006 Chevrolet Aveo
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 67 of 189 complaints (35%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 235 in 2005 to 189 in 2006.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | vs. 2006 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,300–2,400 | 2,300–2,400 | 2,400–2,500 | 2,300–2,400 | 2,300–2,400 | |
| Combined MPG | 26–27 | 26–27 | 25–26 | 26–27 | 26–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23 / 31–32 | 23 / 31–32 | 21–22 / 31–32 | 23 / 31–33 | 23–24 / 32–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 329–342 | 329–342 | 342–355 | 329–342 | 329–342 | |
| Complaints filed | 206 | 235 | 189 | 216 | 163 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 23 | 19 | 13 | 25 | 17 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 9 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 16 | |
| Injuries reported | 20 | 16 | 7 | 25 | 19 | |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo?
Electrical: 67 of 189 NHTSA complaints (35%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo get?
EPA rates it 25–26 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2006 Chevrolet Aveo?
EPA estimates $2,400–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 21 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 355 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 22 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 342 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 67 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 14 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 60 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 40 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · Campaign 14V261000 · May 19, 2014
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.