2007 Chevrolet Hhr Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Hhr.

20062008
Complaints
942
Crashes
71
Fires
6
Injuries
44
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2007 Chevrolet Hhr Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1420 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:83,034 mi
Crash-related:15
Fires:1
#2105 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:78,434 mi
Crash-related:5
#345 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:78,403 mi
Crash-related:19
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Chevrolet Hhr.

Steering Defects
420
complaints
Crashes
15
Fires
1
Avg Miles
83,034
Electrical Faults
105
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
78,434
Airbags
45
complaints
Crashes
19
Fires
Avg Miles
78,403
Fuel System
42
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
223,088
Transmission / Drivetrain
32
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
87,297
Hydraulic Brakes
27
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
21,871
Body Structure
20
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
88,156
Suspension Failures
19
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
63,692
Engine Problems
18
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
81,377
Brakes
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
67,575
Latches / Locks
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
72,412
Structure:Body:Door
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,866
Seat Belt Issues
11
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
76,859
Engine & Cooling
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
46,842
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
81,000
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
124,914
Tire Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
18,756
Gasoline Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
55,667
Structural Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
62,158
Electronic Stability Control
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
98,129
Electrical System:Ignition
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
71,780
Automatic Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
44,263
Steering:Column
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
22,411
Suspension:Front
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
49,250
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Chevrolet Hhr

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,381,948 vehicles.

14V171000Electrical System:ignition
~2,191,014 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.

14V047000Airbags · Electrical System:ignition:switch
~2,190,934 affected

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.

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2007 Chevrolet Hhr — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Hhr reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 Chevrolet Hhr has 942 NHTSA complaints, 71 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 420 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Hhr?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (420 complaints, avg 83,034 mi); Electrical Faults (105 complaints, avg 78,434 mi); Airbags (45 complaints, avg 78,403 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 2007 Chevrolet Hhr?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 84,381 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Chevrolet Hhr?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Hhr include 71 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 44 injuries, and 0 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 2007 Chevrolet Hhr have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,381,948 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 2007 Chevrolet Hhr?
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 Hhr reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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