The Chevrolet Aveo is famously known as the subcompact car produced by General Motors in the United States under the brand Chevrolet. It's been sold in a lot of different countries in different brands and names. Aimed at first time car buyers, the Chevrolet Aveo was GM's lowest priced automobile when it went on sale in November 2003. Aside from being affordable, the Aveo has also been admired for its practicality, safety features, and its fuel economy. Unfortunately, some consumers have experienced problems with the Chevrolet Aveo. Here are some of the problems that every car buyer needs to take note of when buying a Chevrolet Aveo.

Engine

Some consumers have experienced problems with the Chevrolet Aveo's engine. The early models that were equipped with 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter four-cylinder engines had problems with the seating of the valve. This problem has caused engine misfires to these models and replacing these defective valves usually solves the problem. Leaking oil was also one of the problems encountered by consumers with the engine of the Aveo's earlier models. The leak was caused by a defective drain plug that may cause severe damage to the engine when the vehicle is driven with not enough oil. This problem can be easily solved by replacing the faulty plugs.

Fuel system

Some owners of the 2007 models of the Chevrolet Aveo have also experienced problems with the car's fuel system. This problem was recalled for certain models equipped with a 1.6-liter engine. During a NCAP sever frontal crash test, the fuel line in the engine compartment of a 2007 Chevrolet Aveo model developed a crack. The damaged caused by the crash resulted to short circuits in the fuse block. The fuel pump kept running but fuel leaked out from the fracture and onto the ground. This problem may cause fire when an actual crash occurs and replacing the fuse block and installing a new section of fuel line may be the only way to solve this problem.

Seatbelts

The Chevrolet Aveo has also been recalled for its seatbelt problems. On certain models, the rear safety belt tends to get twisted causing the safety belt retractor to go into lock in position in which the belt cannot be used. This problem can cause injury to the seat occupant in case of a vehicle crash.

The Chevrolet Aveo was manufactured in 2002 by the South Korean subsidiary of General Motors (GM). It was originally called Daewoo Kalos in its home market South Korea but was later rebranded as Daewoo Gentra.

The First generation of Chevrolet Aveo was offered in different names in different markets. It was called the Holden Barina in Australasia and Pontiac G3 in the United States and Canada. I has also been called Pontiac Wave and Suzuki Swift+ in Canada.

The Chevrolet Aveo was known for being a small car that can only accommodate few passengers. In May 2012, when the rugby season was about to kick off, the British Division of the American automaker held a competition in which the rugby team that can fit as many players a possible inside a Chevrolet Aveo will win a complete set of new rugby equipment.

The 2011 model of the Chevrolet Aveo hatchback was able to receive a five-star rating from the European New Car Assessment Program (Euro NCAP) for its safety features. With a score of 85 out of 100 points, the Chevrolet Aveo was one of the top performers in the supermini segment of the NCAP. The Chevrolet Aveo got scores of 95 and 87 percent for its adult and child occupant protection, respectively. Although it scored only 54 percent for pedestrian safety, the Chevrolet Aveo was still able to lead the segment when it scored 93 percent from the tests.

In December 2010, the Chevrolet Aveo was renamed to Sonic in the United States. The name 'Sonic' was used only in the US, Canada, and Mexico while the other cars produced for other markets remained Chevrolet Aveo models. According to the automaker, the new name 'Sonic' represents youth and energy.

In 2008, the popular TV advertisement for the Chevrolet Aveo featured a dancing robot that has transformed from a car. This advertisement won as Best European Creative at the 17th International Car Advertising Film Festival. The advertisement was a part of Chevrolet's 'Get Real' campaign that encourages consumers to focus on the reality of everyday life and have a 'realistic' approach to buying a car.

The Chevrolet Aveo is a popular vehicle that was manufactured by Daewoo and developed by GM. Since 2002, this car has been speeding down the road and gives the passengers and owners their desired comfort and style. Although it's a great automobile, it's inevitable for it to experience problems. That's why owners of the Chevrolet Aveo should take note of these common problems so that they'd know what to do when they encounter them.

Instrument issues

A usual problem with the Chevrolet Aveo is its defective instrumentation. If there's an inexact reading on the fuel gauge, the fuel level sender unit is corroded. This suggests that the driver needs to get new Chevrolet Aveo parts, like a sender unit. Before cleaning the sender, the gas tank must be drained. Minor problems can also lead to a blinking check engine light, which must be reset by the technician. Another common problem with the Aveo is the oil pressure gauge; hence, a regular check up must be done.

Engine issues

Most vehicles experience engine problems and the Chevrolet Aveo is not an exception to that. The early models of the vehicle were built with 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter four-cylinder engines and these experienced misfire because of issues with the placement of the valves. To solve this problem, the defective valves must be replaced with new ones in order to maintain the good performance of the car. The leaking oil problem is caused by a worn-out drain plug. But, this kind of problem can just be easily solved by having it replaced with a new one. Take note that if the Aveo runs out of oil, it could lead to crucial engine damage.

Other minor issues

Though these are considered minor issues, they could still jeopardize the performance of the Chevrolet Aveo. The defective wheel bearings that are located in the rear axle can lead to loud noises to come from the rear wheels. This can be a nuisance and can affect the driving performance of the driver. When the bearing is replaced, take note that the bearing seal may need to be changed as well. Transmission problems also occur and expert mechanics recommend regular inspections of the transmission fluid.