Known faults for Chevrolet.

Most common faults

Sorted by how many of this make's models each entry applies to.

1. Opel 1.4 Turbo timing chain2 models

   Valve timingOrlando · Trax

2. Ecotec 1.0–1.4 timing chain1 model

   Valve timingAveo (T300)

3. 1.3 Multijet chain, DPF and EGR1 model

   Timing / DPF / EGRAveo (T300)

4. Opel CDTI EGR cooler and timing belt1 model

   EGR / timingTrax

5. Coolant loss from a cracked expansion tank (Cruze 2.0 diesel of 2011–2014)1 model

   CoolingCruze (J300)

6. Weak points of the petrol Cruze: coolant leaks, 1.4 Turbo water pump, valve cover and coils1 model

   Known weak pointsCruze (J300)

7. Chevrolet Captiva weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsCaptiva (C100/C140)

8. Chevrolet Matiz weak points from its inspection record1 model

   Known weak pointsMatiz (M200)

Models by era

Grouped by the launch year of each generation. Photos show the generation listed; if there is no verified photo, no other car is shown instead.

Recalls

Check what each recall covers: market, production period and VIN. Ask the manufacturer whether a repair is outstanding.

• Chevrolet airbag and seat-belt recalls (2005–2025)Airbags and seat belts
• Chevrolet brake recalls (2005–2021)Brakes
• Chevrolet steering recalls (2010–2010)Steering
• Chevrolet fuel-system recalls (2010–2016)Fuel system
• Chevrolet wheel, axle and suspension recalls (2014–2014)Suspension and steering
• Chevrolet engine, transmission and software recalls (2015–2016)Powertrain and engine management