Alternator/generator/regulator Problems of Chevrolet Aveo

Chevrolet Aveo owners have reported 9 problems related to alternator/generator/regulator (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Aveo based on all problems reported for the Aveo.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 08/05/2017

My 06 chevy Aveo has had issues since I purchased it last year. Unfortunately I am still making payments on this paperweight. I will never buy another cheverolet again. Thats my largest issue is that I bought a chevy. Air bag light came on after having the battery dead twice because of the alternator going bad twice. Im up for inspection and this car will not pass. Reading how this issue has never been resolved for anyone and Chevrolet wont own up and take responsibility for very important safety feature, whats the point in even trying but to throw this vehicle in the garbage? last time I took my Aveo in for a recall on the module, they said they fixed it and they did not because its still burning up, so I just try to not drive at night. I have a two year old and three year old and if those airbags randomly deploy and we get into a car accident, they are going to have a lawsuit on their hands.

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2 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 10/05/2012

I noticed my driver's side headlight was out and wires attached to the headlight underneath the hood had burnt out. The next day the vehicle would not not start at all. I had it jumped off and had a diagnostic ran on the battery. I was told it was not the battery but the alternator. The next day, I decided to take the vehicle to a Chevrolet dealer so I had it jumped off again. Initially, both headlights came on and a minute later; both headlights went out. The dealer kept the car two days before telling me sockets melted, the battery would have to be replaced along with bulbs and wires. Never once did they mention that there was a problem with the 2002-2008 chevy Aveo electrical system. The dealer initially wanted to charge 1027. 42 and they said they had no idea how this problem had occurred. I only had 30,300 miles on the vehicle. The dealer later charged me 563. . 44 but they cut many corners. After some internet research, I discovered that these type of problems have occurred with the chevy Aveo for years! when I contacted gm, their response was that the 3 year warranty had expired so there wasn't much they could do. Gm didn't even mention the electrical system problem!.

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3 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 06/12/2012

Coming home from work, dash lights got brighter, airbag light stayed on, car tried to stall around a corner when brakes were pressed. Took in for service, had alternator and battery replaced, also serpentine belt. This was 4 months ago. Problem was not fixed, just made it less severe. Since that time, when you hit the brakes the headlights dim. The dash clock comes on and off randomly, the airbag light is on all the time. When it is cold (the car, not the weather), the transmission has a hard time shifting. As of this morning it will not start. Am going to have it looked at tomorrow morning, but do not have high hopes. Bought car in 2006 with 8,000 miles on it, have had shift lock assembly replaced, wheel bearings, battery, alternator, serpentine belt. Probably other things I cannot think of right now. The electrical problem worries me though.

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4 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 04/15/2011

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the valve cover gasket emitted oil over the engine and the vehicle would need a fuel system flush. In addition, the water pump and timing belt would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired yet one week later, all of the warning lights were illuminated as the vehicle stalled soon afterward. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer who stated that the alternator was defective and would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 75,179.

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5 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 09/24/2010

2006 chevy Aveo hatch back my wife had purchased the 2006 chevy Aveo and just one month ago it started to have problems 1- battery went dead purchased 2 new one before it w okay 2- lighters did not work had it checked and they could not find problem could be wiring 3- alternator goes out leaving my wife stranded 4-alternator goes the next week again leaving my wife stranded for at least an hours and a week before the item could be fixed 5- thermostat has broke in half and now since I live on guam item is not in stock help us on guam.

6 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 01/02/2010

I have a 2006 Aveo. In the last 12 months, the car has been in the shop for loss of power twice, throttle sensor replaced. Battery replaced, headlights blow out within months of being replaced. Ignition gets extremely hot. Radio blew out, a/c no longer works, passenger side airbag light has now burned out, instrument panel/shifter lights going out. And the car is now back in the shop with a bad alternator. The cost of repairing this vehicle in the last 12 months is ridiculous. . . Not to mention the towing, the strandedness and stress. I also have a 2000 Toyota corolla that has never been in the shop since I purchased it other than routine repairs. . . . . The Aveo is not worth the money, even when purchased used.

7 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 10/28/2009

2006 & 2007 chevy Aveo svm models. Both alternators failed within 1 month of each other. Dealer claims to have replaced 'many' alternators for Aveo model in just the last week. Dealer claims that Aveo has this problem with alternators, but they are not covered under warranty. Alternator causes massive electrical problems throughout car. One car lost battery, dome light, radio, wipers, throttle sensor due to malfunctioning alternator. Alternator on Aveo should be a recall item as it is a prevalent issue for the model. It should not be a 'dealer makes money' since car is 3 months out of warranty.

8 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2007 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 10/07/2009

2006 & 2007 chevy Aveo svm models. Both alternators failed within 1 month of each other. Dealer claims to have replaced 'many' alternators for Aveo model in just the last week. Dealer claims that Aveo has this problem with alternators, but they are not covered under warranty. Alternator causes massive electrical problems throughout car. One car lost battery, dome light, radio, wipers, throttle sensor due to malfunctioning alternator. Alternator on Aveo should be a recall item as it is a prevalent issue for the model. It should not be a 'dealer makes money' since car is 3 months out of warranty.

9 Alternator/generator/regulator problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo

Failure Date: 11/03/2006

: the contact stated after the vehicle had been parked for two months, the battery light illuminated. The contact replaced the battery, then while traveling 35 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, who determined the generator needed to be replaced.

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