2008 Chevrolet Aveo Suspension Problems

“Purchased new 2008 AVEO in april 2007 which has excessive vibration. I took into dealership and was advised it was due to the AC causing extra work for the motor. Since it was summer time I went on my way and dealt with this vibration (which only happens while in drive) it is now january and no AC is being used. …”

“I began hearing a thud from underneath the car while making near-90 degree left turns, and occasionally when going over bumps at speeds from 5-25 MPH. On 11/25/2012 I was ascending level after level in a parking ramp, making left turns. During many of the left turns the thud noise was heard, at one point I heard what sounded like a piece of metal falling off the rear half of the car. It made noise as it bounced around the underside of the car before falling off. …”

“The driver side head lamp is not working properly. The wire lighting harness kept shorting out, I had it repaired at a shop. It later melted and the light went out. I tried to order another on, but the dealership only sells the whole kit not just the light bulb itself. I am having to pay over $300 for a new kit when all I needed was a bulb and the harness. This is insane, especially when there have been recalls for this very same problem. I also had an electrical problem where my car battery would drain, and lose power.”

“I hear loud bangs coming from the rear section of the vehicle and took it to a local mechanic. He informed me that the axle housing bushings were worn causing movement side to side in the housing. When he called a dealer to purchase bushings the parts person said he could not sell the bushings but had to sell the complete housing because there were problems with the parts and it was redesigned. If they knew about a design flaw why did they not issue a recall for the parts. Estimated cost for new rear axle is $1,000.00 plus labor verses replacing bushing for around $70.00 plus labor.”

“Noticed a creaking sound when turning and going over the bumps coming from the front suspension area. Took it to the dealership and they replaced the shocks and struts. Still have the noise. Now the car is out of warranty but it still make noise louder than ever.”