Is the 2011 CHEVROLET HHR safe to drive?

The 2011 CHEVROLET HHR has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 14V171000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

What Happened

The ignition cylinder in your vehicle is a critical part that helps control the engine and other systems. In some older Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn models, the ignition key can be removed when the engine isn't completely shut off.

Risk if Unfixed

If the key can be removed in this way, your vehicle could roll away, especially if you're not in a safe location. This increases the risk of a crash and serious injuries to you or bystanders.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your dealer will replace the faulty ignition cylinder with a redesigned one, and they'll also re-cut and re-learn the keys to ensure they work properly with the new cylinder. This service is free, so schedule it with your dealer as soon as you receive the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #14V171000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 14V171000

What This Recall Means

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?