2010 Chevrolet Hhr Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Hhr.

20092011
Complaints
682
Crashes
32
Fires
1
Injuries
24
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2010 Chevrolet Hhr Problems

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

#1230 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:79,727 mi
Crash-related:8
#2111 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:57,542 mi
Crash-related:1
#349 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:65,647 mi
Crash-related:6
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Chevrolet Hhr.

Steering Defects
230
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
79,727
Electrical Faults
111
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
57,542
Airbags
49
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
65,647
Fuel System
46
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
109,350
Electronic Stability Control
32
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
76,697
Brakes
25
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
70,231
Body Structure
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
65,553
Structure:Body:Door
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
59,411
Transmission / Drivetrain
16
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
66,233
Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
72,101
Headlight/Taillight Failures
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
67,130
Engine & Cooling
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
61,759
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
76,556
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
186,333
Electrical System:Ignition
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,820
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,053
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Chevrolet Hhr

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,755,125 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.

14V153000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~1,373,177 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010 Cobalt, 2008-2009 Saturn Aura and 2004-2007 Ion, and 2005-2009 Pontiac G6. In the affected vehicles, there may be a sudden loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist that could occur at any time while driving.

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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2010 Chevrolet Hhr — FAQ

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

Is the 2010 Chevrolet Hhr reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2010 Chevrolet Hhr has 682 NHTSA complaints, 32 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 230 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Hhr?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (230 complaints, avg 79,727 mi); Electrical Faults (111 complaints, avg 57,542 mi); Airbags (49 complaints, avg 65,647 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 2010 Chevrolet Hhr?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 74,636 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Chevrolet Hhr?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Hhr include 32 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 24 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 2010 Chevrolet Hhr have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 5,755,125 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 2010 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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