2008 Chevrolet Hhr Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Chevrolet Hhr.

20072009
Complaints
781
Crashes
37
Fires
7
Injuries
37
Fatalities
4
Recalls
2

Worst 2008 Chevrolet Hhr Problems

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

#1294 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:88,746 mi
Crash-related:9
#293 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:74,231 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
#371 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:176,426 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Chevrolet Hhr.

Steering Defects
294
complaints
Crashes
9
Fires
Avg Miles
88,746
Electrical Faults
93
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
74,231
Fuel System
71
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
176,426
Hydraulic Brakes
37
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
16,594
Airbags
33
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
Avg Miles
75,187
Engine Problems
19
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
113,060
Latches / Locks
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
49,180
Electronic Stability Control
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
101,419
Transmission / Drivetrain
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,660
Brakes
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,832
Suspension Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
45,272
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
67,611
Unintended Acceleration
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
103,446
Headlight/Taillight Failures
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
68,601
Body Structure
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
53,597
Wheel Issues
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
85,552
Gasoline Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
125,197
Electrical System:Ignition
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
44,599
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
33,243
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,097
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
124,234
Manual Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2008 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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2008 Chevrolet Hhr — FAQ

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

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Hhr reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Chevrolet Hhr has 781 NHTSA complaints, 37 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 294 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Hhr?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (294 complaints, avg 88,746 mi); Electrical Faults (93 complaints, avg 74,231 mi); Fuel System (71 complaints, avg 176,426 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 2008 Chevrolet Hhr?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 87,767 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Chevrolet Hhr?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Chevrolet Hhr include 37 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 37 injuries, and 4 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 2008 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 2008 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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