2007 Chevrolet HHR: common problems and reliability

The 2007 Chevrolet HHR has 726 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are steering and electrical system. Owners most often flag electric power steering (eps) failure — sudden loss of power steering assist, dashboard warning message, intermittent operation. a recall is referenced for 2009-2010 non-turbo models among other gm vehicles. frequency: recurrent.

Safety record for the 2007 model year

726
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
42
Crash reports
4
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2007 Chevrolet HHR vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

steering
424
electrical system
111
service brakes
51
air bags
48
fuel/propulsion system
43

Recalls affecting the 2007 HHR

electrical system:ignition

Campaign 14V171000

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 t…

electrical system:ignition:switch

Campaign 14E021000

UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961…

air bags

Campaign 14V047000

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 a…

latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Campaign 08V444000

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 …

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on maintenance history and powertrain configuration. The vehicle is generally regarded as a practical, high-roof wagon with decent reliability when properly maintained, particularly with the naturally aspirated 2.2L or

  • Electric Power Steering (EPS) failure — Sudden loss of power steering assist, dashboard warning message, intermittent operation. A recall is referenced for 2009-2010 non-turbo models among other GM vehicles. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Instrument cluster failures — Gauges for speed, fuel level, and engine temperature stuck at zero while odometer and other displays function. Issue is intermittent and affects multiple model years (2006, 2011). Frequency: recurrent.
  • No-crank/no-start conditions — Often related to battery, starter, or grounding issues. Symptoms include rapid clicking, slow cranking, or complete electrical failure despite dash lights. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Engine performance and roughness — Rough idle, misfires, exhaust smell, lack of power especially on inclines. Linked to various causes including ignition control module failure (noted on early 2.2L Ecotec), vacuum leaks, fuel system issues (e.g., leaking fuel lines), and severe neglect leading to timing chain slap and internal sludge. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Brake system anomalies — Spongy pedal, pedal sinking to floor with no braking, violent shaking during light application, persistent grinding and overheating after pad/rotor replacement. Issues persist despite replacing master cylinder, ABS module, and bleeding. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the HHR.

Typical used price

Used HHR listings typically run $5,995–$8,995 across 2006 to 2011 model years.

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