Model year
2008 Chevrolet HHR
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 616 complaints for the 2008 Chevrolet HHR (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are STEERING (294), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (94), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (71). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 22–25 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,700–$3,550, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2006 1,006 complaints
- 2007 726 complaints
- 2008 616 complaints
- 2009 508 complaints
- 2010 515 complaints
- 2011 203 complaints
Recalls
14V171000 · Apr 10, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
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. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the…
14V047000 · Feb 10, 2014
AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM)…
08V444000 · Sep 3, 2008
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
GM IS RECALLING 296,422 MY 2006-2008 CHEVROLET HHR VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, 'OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THE DOOR ON THE STORAGE BIN IN THE TOP CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED TO…
08V046000 · Jan 30, 2008
AIR BAGS
GM IS RECALLING 181,516 MY 2006-2008 CHEVROLET HHR VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ROOF RAIL AIR BAGS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, 'OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT.' IN TESTS, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR…
Complaints
616 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 30, fire flag on 6, injury field 31, deaths field 4. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE20011 | Fuel Line Leak · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | Jul 5, 2020 | Aug 17, 2023 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HHR FWD · 2.2L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| HHR FWD · 2.2L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 30 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
| HHR FWD · 2.4L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| HHR FWD · 2.4L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 28 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| HHR Panel FWD · 2.2L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 30 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| HHR Panel FWD · 2.2L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 30 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
| HHR Panel FWD · 2.4L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 | 28 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| HHR Panel FWD · 2.4L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| HHR FWD · 2L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| HHR FWD · 2L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 29 | 24 | — | — | $2,800 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2008 Chevrolet HHR at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.