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2006 Chevrolet Aveo repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (0%)

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Chart based on 6 repairs.
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2006 Chevrolet Aveo repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Chevrolet Aveo5 4dr Hatch

103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Chevrolet Aveo5 in British Columbia, Canada
- Feb 2008
Feb 2007

8060 mi
When I bought the car, there was a rattling on cold starts. I thought it was a lifter. After a long trip, it turned out to be a bad piston that scored the bore. A new block was necessary, covered by warranty. It took three weeks! 
Dec 2007

11780 mi
Right rear seat back failed to latch. Dealer had to order parts. Was informed car was "Safe to drive." I retorted that it was NOT safe to have children in a seat where the back did not latch. Dealer services beyond awful. 
Jan 2008

1240 mi
Transmission failed to shift into second great, dealer attempted to fix, mechanic inept, entire transaxle had to be ordered from Korea, took six weeks. 
Feb 2008

13020 mi
PCM failed due to short circuit, nearly causing fatal accident. Instead of actually finding the problem, dealer installed new PCM. 17 km after picking up vehicle, PCM shorted again. Fault was in wiring to battery but dealer did not look for it. Second fai 

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2006 Chevrolet Aveo5 4dr Hatch

103-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Chevrolet Aveo5 in Minnesota, United States
- May 2014
May 2014

133000 mi

US $60
Replaced thermostat 
Chevrolet Aveo5 in Pennsylvania, United States
- Aug 2008
Aug 2008

37000 mi

US $150
Replace evaporation control valve 

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2006 Chevrolet Aveo Repair Histories

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