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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN KL1TD56628B120979 · Checked Oct 28, 2026
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KL1TD56628B•••••• 2008 Chevrolet AVEO

This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2008 Chevrolet AVEO build (6 vs 4).

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139on the model
39builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Electrical System 2 Exterior Lighting 2 Latches/locks/linkages 1 Air Bags 1

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Exterior Lighting crash Apr 2015
I was rear ended and it was not a bad accident but needed a bumper and I noticed that after this happened my airbag sensor light came on. When we took the vehicle in for repair I told the technician that I was more concerned about the airbag sensor light then the bumper. They…
Engine Dec 2018
Somewhere in between the 81,100 - 81,300 miles mark my vehicle has received the check engine light p2135 code, for throttle/pedal sensor/switch a / b voltage correlation. At the time of receiving the code I did not notice anything irregular until I researched the problem. One of…
Power Train Feb 2017
The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet aveo. While driving at unknown speeds, the trunk lid opened independently. Additionally, the gear shifter failed to engage in gear. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle…
Steering Sep 2016
The key comes out of the ignition even while the car is running and driving. I drove the car and thought I turned it off all the way - turns out there was another 'click' to turn the engine completely off. Engine also clicks after being turned off. Headlights went out, replaced…
Electrical System Jul 2014
The ignition switch gets hot when driving more than 30 miles and the fan motor for AC and heat does not turn on
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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 KL1TD56628B120979 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.