Chevrolet HHR Complaints

3,575 consumer complaints on file.

#11423118July 1, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I was driving about 30 miles an hour in town when the check engine light started to Flash then immediately following all the dashlight started to Flash and then not a second later the car shut off the steering will locked the brakes locked up And all the doors were locked So at 30 miles an hour the brakes locked up the steering wheel locked so I couldn't turn the wheel and the car shut off There were no injuries thank God
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11422926June 30, 2021
STEERING
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was firm and difficult to turn. The power steering warning light was illuminated and flashing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the system was reset. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11422472June 27, 2021
TIRES:TREAD/BELT, TIRES
ALL FOUR OF THE TIRES I BOUGHT DEVELOPED NUMEROUS CRACKS IN LESS THAT 18 MONTHS OF USE, AND LESS THAN 10,000 MILES OF USE. UNIROYAL WILL NOT STATE IF THE TIRES ARE SAFE OR NOT.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11421826June 22, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I OWN A 2009 CHEVROLET HHR. WHEN I STARTED THE VEHICLE, A FUEL ODOR WAS DETECTED. I SAW GAS LEAKING FROM NEAR THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE ONTO THE DRIVEWAY. FUEL LINE HAS RUSTED THROUGH NEAR THE HOT MUFFLER. VERY DANGEROUS CONDITION.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11421535June 20, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
gas leaking..over left rear wheel well where the silver insulation is ..line has rusted thru the insulation is because the exhaust runs close to that side of the vehicle but unfortunately there in no way or takes too long for moisture to evaporate poor design ....
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11421362June 18, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE POER STEERING WARNING MESSAGE KEEPS COMEING ON
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11420590June 11, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor at the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The dealer informed the contact that the fuel lines located at the rear driver’s side wheel were leaking and that the wheel was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,368.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11419824June 6, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel lines corroded
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11419546June 3, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact was a certified mechanic and noticed that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the fuel line was leaking and needed to be replaced. The contact contacted the dealer and was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11419350June 2, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Leaking fuel tank and lines. Very hazardous smell and liquid performance of vehicle won't start.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11418833May 28, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My gas lines are leaking. It appears that several other owners of HHR's are having the same issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11418546May 25, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The fuel lines are corroded and leaking from several areas. The cost to replace all the fuel lines is $1000.00 . I cant sell it, trade it in, or drive it in this condition as even a minor fender bender could ignite the fuel and cause the car to explode with me inside. Cliffords car care center is a AAA recommended service center has inspected and confirmed the defective fuel lines. Parts are in high demand as thousands of HHR and Cobalt owners are having the same problem with corroded, leaking fuel lines. I have to wait 3 to 10 days to receive the parts. I have owned many cars and my last car I owned for 21 yrs and none have ever had a problem with leaking and corroded fuel lines. This is a known defect as hundreds of thousands of HHR and Cobalt owners have already reported this issue and an investigation is currently underway. A recall is needed and I should be refunded the cost of this repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11418401May 24, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel line corrosion. fuel is leaking from fuel lines under the car in the rear. it appears all HHR are experiencing similar issues why is the 2007 model year excluded from the recall if built the same as other model years. the first occurrence was February 2019 a portion of the line was replaced and now again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11417600May 18, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Metal fuel lines rusted thru under the left rear door area where they are wrapped in insulation with no ability tor drain or dry out. The car is unsafe to drive I need to have it fixed now. I will try to safe defective parts. Fuel leak under the car near exhaust and almost undrivable, safety factor is obvious and currently under investigation. Will be calling dealer today. Noticed delayed start and heavy gas smell and then saw puddle under car. Removed insulation wrap and found heavy deposit of road dirt and rust.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11416546May 14, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET HHR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, HE DETECTED A STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE FUEL ODOR WAS ALSO DETECTED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO VISIBLE FUEL LEAK ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LINE LEAK NEAR THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE THAT HAD RUSTED FUEL LINES CAUSED BY AN ENCLOSED NYLON BLOCK THAT SUPPORTED THE FUEL LINES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 151,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11414881May 2, 2021
STEERING
THE POWER STEERING KEEPS GOING OUT
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11413244April 21, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TWO ISSUES: KEY WON'T REMOVE FROM IGNITION, SEARCHED GOOGLE AND GOT KEYS OUT. SECOND ; POWER LOCKS ,CAR WON'T UNLOCK, NOT EVEN WITH KEYS. SO FAR, THIS HAS COST ME $150.00
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11412773April 19, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL COMING FROM UNDER MY CAR (A 2009 HHR LT2). AFTER BEING DRIVEN I NOTICED FUEL LEAKING OUT FROM UNDER THE CAR IN FRONT OF THE LEFT REAR WHEEL WELL. MY HUSBAND GOT UNDER THERE AND NOTICE THAT THE TWO FUEL LINES ARE RUSTED THROUGH BY THE PLASTIC CLAMP. I NOTIFIED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR AND I AM TAKING IT IN TODAY TO BE FIXED.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11412832April 19, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FUEL LINE SUDDENLY SPRUNG A LEAK. I NOTICED IT AFTER DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THERE WAS GASOLINE DRIPPING AFTER I PARKED AND LOOKED.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11408009April 14, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
DROVE CAR APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES AND PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. IMMEDIATELY SMELLED GAS UPON EXITING CAR AND SAW PUDDLE FORMING IN FRONT OF LEFT REAR TIRE. COULD FEEL THE SPOT WHERE LEAK WAS COMING FROM AND SEE THE DROPS AS THEY FELL. I CRAWLED UNDERNEATH AND TOOK THESE PICTURES. THE CORROSION WAS AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS RIGHT BEFORE A PIECE OF HEAT SHIELD. I THEN PEELED BACK PART OF THE HEAT WRAP AND FOUND THAT IT WAS VERY WET FROM THE LEAKING GAS AS WAS THE FRAME AND OTHER PARTS IN THE VICINITY OF THE LEAK. THE LEAK ONLY OCCURRED OF COURSE WHEN THE FUEL LINES WERE PRESSURIZED. APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES AFTER THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF THE DRIPS OF FUEL WOULD STOP.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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