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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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3GNDA13D56S••••••2006 Chevrolet HHR
That is about average for the 2006 Chevrolet HHR — 15 complaints per build across 53 builds.
15on this build
807on the model
53builds in total
Most reportedElectrical System 4Structure 3Power Train 3Latches/locks/linkages 3
What owners of this build wrote
Exterior LightingDec 2020
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the brake warning light illuminated continuously while it was 27 degree fahrenheit. The contact mentioned that there were multiple complaints due to cold weather and that the brake light…
Fuel/propulsion SystemOct 2017
Both the fuel line (tank to engine compartment) and the return line (part of the egr system) have rusted and are leaking fuel. The rust on both lines extends from just in front of the rear wheel (on the driver's side) to within about 6 inches of the fuel tank. The lines leak…
TiresJul 2017
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr equipped with kumho solus ta71 tires, size: 215/55/r16 97v (na). While the vehicle was parked, the front passenger tire suffered a blowout without warning. The tire was taken back to the place of purchase, but no action was taken. The…
Electrical SystemFeb 2016
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side door handles fractured. The failure happened without warning. The contact was unable to exit the vehicle. The battery also failed and prevented the driver and passenger side…
SteeringMar 2013
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet hhr. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the steering became difficult to turn and the power steering light illuminated. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 96,278.…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3GNDA13D56S592684 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.