2004 Chevrolet Aveo Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 5%of 206 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 34,673miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, 5% of the 206 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 34,673 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While in my driveway, I went to turn ignition on, and car would not start. Radio turned off. It was not until I floored the pedal that the gas and motor started. It happens off and on. Also the key and ignition switch entry area are extremely hot. I am worried this is in fact one of the ignition problems that chevy did not list or is refusing to fix. Please help,. It is not the battery. Updated 12/8/2014”
NHTSA complaint #10592542, filed 2014-05, 134,000 miles“My 2004 chevy AVEO has had more problems than you can imagine. I had to replace the timing belt twice, severe engine damage both times. Ocean Chevrolet and GM were absolutely no help. Rotors had to be replaced at 48,000 miles, an evap leak for another $600.00. Both timing belt repairs were over $2000.00 each. I have put more into repairing this car than I paid for it. Got runarounds from the dealer and GM and wouldn't recommend a chevy product to anyone.”
NHTSA complaint #10265926, filed 2009-04, 48,000 miles“Major fuel leak on my 2004 Chevrolet AVEO. Left me stranded. Pumped out 9 gallons of gas in 20 miles. Luckily no fire. Found the plastic retainer holding the main fuel line cracked and allowed the fuel line to come loose spraying gas over the bottom of the car. They will put another plastic retainer on the line but how long will that last? Consider this a major defect and could lead to vehicle fires which could be deadly. I was lucky but someone else might not be. I do not like the fix. A better form of line clamping should be used. I notified GM and there is no recalls at this time. …”
NHTSA complaint #10173514, filed 2006-11, 48,000 miles“Dt: caller says that while she lets the vehicle warm up it makes a boom boom noise from the fuel line or pump. Caller says it will do this until it warms up and then it stops. Dealer says it is a characteristic of the car. Manufacturer said the same thing. Caller says the key gets hot while it the ignition.”
NHTSA complaint #10128450, filed 2005-07, 3,000 miles“Ses light comes on not describing the problem. The fuel system is malfunctioning, gas escapes somewhere, not getting the actual gas mileage for the vehicle. Fill up on wed of one week, use only 34 miles, must fill up by tuesday of next week, the brakes make loud noise like brakes are going out, more of steel rubbing, pulls excessively to the right. Took vehicle in for repair on the brakes, was told dust was on the rotors, cleaned out, problem still exist, now a buckling is felt when brakes are applied. …”
NHTSA complaint #10142949, filed 2005-11, 9,734 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
- 10114831Nov 15, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the…
- 10114954Dec 9, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find…
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
62 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsAir bags
23 complaintsEngine
21 complaintsSeat belts
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsExterior lighting
12 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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