AI Damage2017 Chevrolet Aveo: common problems
The maker issued 180 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 180
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 85 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Wheels. Wheel runout, cracks, signs of a wheel strike.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and…
This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.
- This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be…
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer…
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are…
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
- This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration â Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points…
- This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be…
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery…
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats
- This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid
- This service bulletin provides information for the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center…
This service bulletin provides information for the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Part Photo Return Process (U.S. Dealers Only).
- This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full…
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure…
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
NHTSA lists 180 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Aveo?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 180 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Chevrolet Aveo?
NHTSA lists 180 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 Chevrolet Aveo from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.