2008 Chevrolet HHR vs 2008 Ford Edge
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 2008 Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 615 | 1,118 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 938 | 31 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 30 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–25 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,500 mi | 87,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet HHR | Ford Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 | 437 |
| Steering | 297 | 20 |
| Power Train | 22 | 277 |
| Electrical System | 107 | 158 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 71 | 58 |
| Engine | 19 | 91 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 91 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 76 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 62 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 52 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 43 | 44 |
| Stalling | 20 | 56 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 21 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 28 |
2008 Chevrolet HHR
2008 Ford Edge
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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.