Chevrolet HHR Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Chevrolet HHR model year (2006–2011) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Chevrolet HHR Years to Avoid
1 recall · 681 complaints
27 reported injuries
Top issue: STEERING
Problem score: 738
2 recalls · 469 complaints
18 reported injuries
Top issue: STEERING
Problem score: 511
2 recalls · 397 complaints
13 reported injuries
2 reported deaths
Top issue: STEERING
Problem score: 439
Best Chevrolet HHR Years to Buy
0 recalls · 140 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 182
0 recalls · 345 complaints
Main area: STEERING
Problem score: 375
1 recall · 319 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 376
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Chevrolet HHR — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 0 | 140 | 21 | — | 182 | Good |
| 2010 | 0 | 345 | 15 | — | 375 | Caution |
| 2009 | 1 | 319 | 27 | — | 376 | Caution |
| 2008 | 2 | 397 | 13 | 2 | 439 | Caution |
| 2007 | 2 | 469 | 18 | — | 511 | Avoid |
| 2006 | 1 | 681 | 27 | — | 738 | Avoid |
All 6 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Chevrolet HHR Shopping Guide by Era
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder HHR models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year HHR should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2006 Chevrolet HHR if possible. It has 1 recall, 681 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 738 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year HHR to buy?+
The 2011 Chevrolet HHR is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 182. It has only 0 recalls and 140 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which HHR has the fewest problems?+
The 2011, 2010, 2009 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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