2004 Chevrolet Aveo Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Complaints
271
Crashes
27
Fires
13
Injuries
24
Fatalities
3
Recalls
1
Worst 2004 Chevrolet Aveo Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#131 complaints
Engine & Cooling
Avg mileage:64,644 mi
#227 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:83,420 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:5
#321 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:81,592 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:4
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & Cooling | 31 | — | — | 64,644 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 27 | 1 | 5 | 83,420 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 21 | 1 | 4 | 81,592 mi | |
| Airbags | 15 | 9 | — | 68,814 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 14 | — | 1 | 71,303 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 13 | — | — | 60,217 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 10 | 1 | 2 | 71,667 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | 1 | — | 81,301 mi | |
| Seat Belts:Rear/Other | 9 | — | — | 31,859 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 8 | 1 | — | 35,808 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 2 | — | 42,666 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 1 | — | 47,137 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 | 5 | — | 64,527 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 22,168 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 5 | 1 | — | 59,062 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2 | — | — | — |
Engine & Cooling
31
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,644
Electrical Faults
27
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
5
Avg Miles
83,420
Engine Problems
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
4
Avg Miles
81,592
Airbags
15
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
—
Avg Miles
68,814
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
71,303
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,217
Headlight/Taillight Failures
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
71,667
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
81,301
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
31,859
Automatic Transmission
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
35,808
Seat Belt Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
42,666
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,137
Air Bags:Frontal
5
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,527
Gasoline Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
22,168
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
59,062
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Interior Lighting
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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Recalls for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~218,000 vehicles.
14V261000Exterior Lighting:headlights
~218,000 affectedGeneral 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.
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2004 Chevrolet Aveo — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Chevrolet Aveo has 271 NHTSA complaints, 27 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine & Cooling with 31 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?
Top reported problems: Engine & Cooling (31 complaints, avg 64,644 mi); Electrical Faults (27 complaints, avg 83,420 mi); Engine Problems (21 complaints, avg 81,592 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 65,363 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo include 27 crash-related reports, 13 fire reports, 24 injuries, and 3 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 218,000 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Aveo reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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