Chevrolet Aveo: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 7,723 Chevrolet Aveo cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2005 and 2019.
In a sample of 394 cars, 85.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is excessive leak of other fluids (23.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 6 recalls for this model; 21.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 23.6% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 20.8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 20.1% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 20.1% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 18% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 17.3% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 16% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 15% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 15% |
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 11.9% |
Share of 394 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 21.6% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 5.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 2.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 7,723 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 21.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2005 to 2019 |
All Chevrolet Aveo passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-18 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1 |
| 2025-08-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1 |
| 2024-10-28 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 11 |
| 2016-04-19 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 18 |
| 2015-01-16 | electrical system | – | 2,701 |
| 2014-01-15 | brakes | – | 18,723 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Chevrolet Aveo fail the APK?
In a sample of 394 cars first registered 2012–2021, 85.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Chevrolet Aveo?
The most common APK defects are: excessive leak of other fluids (23.6%), spring broken or cracked (20.8%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (20.1%).
Does the Chevrolet Aveo have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 6 recalls. 21.6% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Chevrolet models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.