repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if…
2011 Chevrolet HHRProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 203 owner complaints about the 2011 Chevrolet HHR, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-171 the manufacturer reports only 72% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Chevrolet HHR has problems
203 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
43Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
39Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
30Air bags7 crash/fire/injury
25Steering4 crash/fire/injury
24Engine1 crash/fire/injury
23Electronic stability control (ESC)1 crash/fire/injury
21Structure1 crash/fire/injury
12Service brakes
10Power train
4412 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 43 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 39 | 4 |
| Air bags | 30 | 7 |
| Steering | 25 | 4 |
| Engine | 24 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 23 | 1 |
| Structure | 21 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 5 |
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 44 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2011 Chevrolet HHR recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Air bags
Risk. If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other HHR year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the HHR median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2011 Chevrolet HHR safety ratings
2011 Chevrolet HHR SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (14.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What HHR owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Last week, I noticed fuel leaking out from the bottom of my vehicle on the rear passenger side in my driveway after returning home. I had my vehicle towed into a local shop to get looked at. The shop informed me that my entire fuel line assembly needed to be replaced. They stated that the metal…
Fuel lines corroded just like millions of other HHR's. Gas is leaking. What does it take to have a recall on this? Does someone really have to be killed?
Fuel line/gas leaking from faulty tube carrying ignitable flammable fluid...no warning just smell and sighting at stop..went to savoy IL dealer immediately and had replaced @ 1k cost approx. 2+ yrs ago...cel
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