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2006 Chevrolet HHR vs 2006 GMC Envoy

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2006 Chevrolet HHR2006 GMC Envoy
NHTSA complaints1,006351
Recall campaigns58
Service bulletins (TSBs)758816
Investigations03
Crash reports476
Fire reports824
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)22–2316–17
Median reported incident mileage71,000 mi77,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet HHRGMC Envoy
Steering45813
Electrical System22289
Fuel System, Gasoline6135
Structure1195
Power Train8212
Fuel/propulsion System4432
Air Bags639
Latches/locks/linkages701

Symptoms owners describe

Steering problems880
Stalling7034
Loss of power456
Vibration / shaking370
Rust / corrosion320
Check engine light2234
Clunking / rattling120
Water leaks110

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.