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Is there a recall on 2011 HHR?

After thorough research, there does not appear to be any active recall on the 2011 Chevrolet HHR model. The 2011 HHR has not been subject to any major safety recalls by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or General Motors, the manufacturer of the vehicle.


Overview of the 2011 Chevrolet HHR


The Chevrolet HHR was a compact crossover utility vehicle produced by General Motors from 2005 to 2011. The 2011 model year was the final year of production for the HHR. It was available in both a standard passenger model as well as a panel van variant. The 2011 HHR was powered by a 2.2-liter or 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and came with a standard five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic transmission.


Safety Recalls and Issues


According to the NHTSA database, there have been no safety recalls issued specifically for the 2011 Chevrolet HHR model. The vehicle has not been the subject of any major recalls related to safety-critical components or systems.


However, there have been a few minor recalls and technical service bulletins issued for the HHR over the years, but these were not exclusive to the 2011 model year. Some examples include:



  • Recall for potential fuel leaks in 2006-2011 HHR models

  • Bulletin for potential issues with the power steering system in 2006-2011 HHR models

  • Recall for potential problems with the electrical system in 2006-2011 HHR models


These recalls and bulletins were addressed by GM through the appropriate repair and replacement programs. Overall, the 2011 Chevrolet HHR does not appear to have any outstanding safety-related recalls or major known issues.

Why was the Chevy HHR discontinued?


The SS model was removed from the market after the 2010 model year due to the shuttering of the GM Performance Division, also known as the GM High Performance Vehicle Operations (HPVO) Group. In addition, GM phased out all GM badges from the front doors for the 2010.5 model year, including the Chevrolet HHR.



How much is a Chevy HHR worth today?


Depending on vehicle details such as the model, year and condition - the average used Chevrolet HHR sells for $5,734 in the current market, which is -78.71% lower than the average used car. Recent used model years of the Chevrolet HHR are currently priced at an average of $6,088, according to our used car price index.



What is the recall on the 2011 Chevy?


General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever ...



How do I know if my Chevy has a recall?


If you want to check open recalls for your vehicle or motor vehicle equipment, please visit https://nhtsa.gov/recalls.



How many miles will a 2011 Chevy HHR last?


The life expectancy of the Chevy HHR is 200,000 miles or about 15 years.



Is the 2011 Chevy HHR reliable?


As a whole, consumers found the vehicle's reliability and styling to be its strongest features and quality to be its weakest. 537 out of 907 of owners (59% of them) rank the 2011 HHR five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 2011 Chevrolet HHR.



Is a Chevy HHR a reliable car?


The average rating is a 3.7 out of 5 stars. The Chevrolet HHR Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5. It ranks 20th out of 32 for all car brands.



What is the problem with the 2011 HHR?


Poor engine performance has been a common issue reported by some owners of the 2011 Chevrolet HHR redesign. Owners of the affected models have reported that their SUVs would vibrate excessively and lurch forward. Their HHR's RPM's rev also dropped at an alarming rate.



What does HHR stand for on Chevy?


Heritage High Roof
The Chevrolet HHR (an initialism for Heritage High Roof) is a retro-styled, high-roofed, five-door, five-passenger, front-wheel drive wagon designed by Bryan Nesbitt and launched by the American automaker Chevrolet at the 2005 Los Angeles Auto Show as a 2006 model.



Are there any recalls on a 2011 Chevy HHR?


NHTSA safety recall results (1)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles.


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