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2008 Chevrolet Aveo engine problems
28 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 72,000. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 72,000
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Exhaust system2
- Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor1
- Cooling system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Aveo engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2008 Chevrolet Aveo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, the transmission became unbolted and separated from the vehicle. Additionally, the engine separated from the motor mounts rendering the vehicle undrivable. The vehicle was later towed the local mechanic. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that the vehicle started losing motive power and decelerated however, the vehicle did not stall. The contact pulled over and waited for the vehicle to regain full power. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither a dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet aveo. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle restarted and was taken to antelope valley chevrolet (877‑385‑0885, located at 1160 motor ln, lancaster, ca). The dealer replaced the throttle body. The contact also stated that the vehicle lost power in the middle of traffic. The contact shifted into park, shut off the engine, and restarted the vehicle. When the vehicle was in park, the engine revved and jerked when it was shifted into drive. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times, but the vehicle restarted each time. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the throttle body again, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Tl* the contact called on behalf of their mother who owned a 2008 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that while the driver was driving approximately 35 MPH, a white smoke was present coming from the rear of the vehicle and the instrument gauges began to malfunction. The engine rpms violently increased and decreased. The hazards were engaged and moments later smoke was scene coming from under the hood of the vehicle. After stopping and exiting the vehicle, flames were seen coming from under the vehicle and from under the hood. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames. During the incident the vehicle was destroyed. A fire report was taken at the scene. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 124,000.
Car shutoff while driving
Somewhere in between the 81,100 - 81,300 miles mark my vehicle has received the check engine light p2135 code, for throttle/pedal sensor/switch a / b voltage correlation. At the time of receiving the code I did not notice anything irregular until I researched the problem. One of the symptoms being, revving of the engine when gas pedal is not pressed. That's when I realized my car had been doing that just recently on start up before receiving the code. Finally after about a month, driving very minimally maybe 10 shorts trips or less, the car stalled out after approximately 0.1 miles of below 15mph driving. I got out and checked under the hood and I didnt see anything wrong so I began to push the car back home. After I realized it would take some maneuvering I decided to try starting the car backup and it did so I quickly turned it around and drove it back home. Stalling of the engine is also a symptom of the p2135 code. Since than out of necessity I've driven the car twice for 13 mile trips without stalling out but the check engine light has not gone away. The engine still revs on its on start up until finally settling into consistency. After trying to figure out what exactly needs replacing online, it appears evident to me that a large amount chevy aveos no matter the year or specific model, encounter this problem. It's just a matter of how many owners talked about the problem online and reported it. Those who have taken it online fixed the problem by cleaning the throttle body, which only lasted for so long and could result in damage or getting a whole new throttle body assembly with a new throttle position sensor attached.
I was rear ended by another vehicle while driving in traffic on the highway in slow and go traffic. I was driving at a slow pace, about 15 MPH.the other vehicle was traveling at about 30 MPH. When he hit me, he forced my vehicle into the one in front of me. My airbag did not go off. My car burst into flames about 5 minutes after the accident. The flames were coming up from the engine. My car is totaled as a result of this. I am 12 weeks pregnant with twins. One of my placenta's has a tear in it and is bleeding as a result of this accident. I will have to be on bed rest for the remainder of my pregnancy. I am at risk of miscarrying one or maybe both of my babies.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet aveo. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag and the check engine warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the hold button to activate the four wheel drive failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired twice. The dealer was unable to diagnose the other failures; however, all the failures recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000. Updated 12/20/16*lj updated 12/21/16.
Since, I obtained the vehicle from phone# 909‑379‑3256 go=motors christopher in hemet, ca. It has had problems. 1) no AC, 2)problems with starter & starting vehicle, took it back and 3) forth to dealer4x problem never resolved took it to another dealer friend 4)who repaired and charged me $1500.00, 5) as of 3/31/16 there has been a loud rattling in the engine, I had the oil charged and the mechanic @ walmart said it 6) sounds like a timing-belt or water/fluid pump rattling, and be careful it doesn't blow. So, the vehicle is setting in our driveway. Your move on resolution. Please inform, next move, I do not want to keep making payments for a lemon of a vehicle? I enjoy driving such an economical vehicle, but!!! 7) I have a loan with premier auto credit, artura caldas 818‑933‑4966.
Questions about the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo engine
Does the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo have engine problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints about the engine of the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2008 Chevrolet Aveo engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 72,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Aveo engine?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Aveo have bad engine?
The Chevrolet Aveo model years with the most engine complaints are 2004 (83 complaints), 2005 (79 complaints) and 2009 (65 complaints).
Other 2008 Chevrolet Aveo problems
Airbags 70Electrical 44Lights 31Transmission 15Suspension 9Acceleration 8Body 7Brakes 7Steering 5Fuel system 4Driver assistance 3Seat belts 3Tires 3Locks 2Visibility 2Wheels 2Seats 1
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