2006 Chevrolet HHR power train problems
82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and would not properly accelerate. Additionally, the front passenger’s side door would not open while using the interior door latch. The contact stated while using the…”
filed Jul 27, 2023
“The shift lever shows the vehicle in park but the actual gear is reverse because the transmission shift cable adjustment clip has become dislodged from its position and will not engage to the proper gear. As a result the vehicle will not start and it will also roll backwards without engaging the…”
filed Aug 22, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other HHR years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 HHR | 10 | 5% |
| 2010 HHR | 21 | 4% |
| 2009 HHR | 16 | 3% |
| 2008 HHR | 22 | 4% |
| 2007 HHR | 40 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Chevrolet HHR
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.