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Chevrolet Hhr problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Hhr from 2006 to 2011: 3,574 owner complaints and 22 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (1006), 2007 (726), 2008 (616). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2011).

Chevrolet Hhr
Photo: MercurySable99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Steering1562
Electrical750
Airbags332
Fuel & propulsion316
Body & structure261
Transmission & drivetrain191
Latches & locks145
Engine133

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20065100623
2007472623
2008461625
2009450826
2010351526
2011220326

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Hhr?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (1006), 2007 (726), 2008 (616).

How many recalls has the Chevrolet Hhr had?

Across 2006–2011, NHTSA lists 22 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).