general problems of the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

Six problems related to power train have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo based on all problems reported for the 2006 Aveo.

1 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 06/03/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that radiator fluid mixed with the transmission fluid. As a result, the transmission hesitated when the contact attempted to switch gears and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was driven to community Chevrolet (200 w olive Ave, burbank, CA 91502, (866) 610-2450) where it was diagnosed that the clock sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the check engine and air bag warning indicators were illuminated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 87,794.

2 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2014

2006 Chevrolet Aveo. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle multiple mechanical and electrical problems. The consumer stated she experienced multiple mechanical and electrical problems with the vehicle. It was not disclosed to her, that the vehicle had frame damage, it was a fleet vehicle, and the air bags were replaced with used ones. While driving 45 mph, a bolt in the broke, which caused the engine to collapse and landed on the axle, breaking it on the driver's side. Also, she had the axle replaced previously, not knowing there was a problem with the frame. Due to the frame damage and warped undercarriage, a bolt connected to the frame that was connected to the motor mount hidden under the engine had previously bent and severed 3/4 of the way through the bolt. It went un-detected and her mechanic didn't know what to look for, since the frame was not disclosed.

3 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 11/27/2013

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that after parking, the vehicle rolled away in reverse. The contact engaged the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the shifter cable tab fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 78,000. . . Updated 12-30-13 updated 1/17/2014.

4 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 09/09/2011

At a stop the car was put in park, ignition switch turned off and the key would not come out. Started the car again and could not move the shifter out of park. Vehicle was taken to the dealership. Ignition lock module was not sending signal. It was not grounding out as designed. Module was replaced. There was still no change in resolving the problem. Tested shifter and found internal failure of module. The entire shifter module and assembly was replaced.

5 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 07/07/2010

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that she could not remove the key from the ignition. In addition, the vehicle would not properly accelerate on an incline. The vehicle was taken for inspection however, the mechanic could not diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of problem. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.

6 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 11/11/2009

2006 chevy Aveo hatchback, throttle box had to be replaced, not under warranty.


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