What are the most common Chevrolet Onix problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013-2020 Chevrolet Onix has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Engine-Control Calibration Can Damage the Engine and Cause a Fire (Brazil Recall), Fuse-Box Relay Water Ingress Can Activate the Starter and Cause a Fire (Brazil Recall), Fuel-Pump Retaining Nut Can Leak Fuel (Brazil Recall). Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Chevrolet Onix reliable?
The 2013-2020 Chevrolet Onix has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Engine-Control Calibration Can Damage the Engine and Cause a Fire (Brazil Recall) and Fuse-Box Relay Water Ingress Can Activate the Starter and Cause a Fire (Brazil Recall) and Fuel-Pump Retaining Nut Can Leak Fuel (Brazil Recall). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What year Chevrolet Onix is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Chevrolet Onix. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2013-2020 Chevrolet Onix with 3 documented issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports.
What is the 2020 Chevrolet Onix Engine-Control Calibration Can Damage the Engine and Cause a Fire (Brazil Recall)?
Chevrolet Brasil recalls 2020 Onix Plus vehicles with chassis LG100091 through LG139164, manufactured from April 29 through November 6, 2019. A defect in the engine-control-module calibration can increase pressure and temperature in the combustion chamber, damage a piston and bre… Severity: high.
What is the 2017-2019 Chevrolet Onix Fuse-Box Relay Water Ingress Can Activate the Starter and Cause a Fire (Brazil Recall)?
Chevrolet Brasil recalls 2017-2019 Onix vehicles with chassis HB100028 through KG110336, manufactured from January 15, 2016 through May 24, 2018. Water can enter and accumulate around relay terminals in the underhood fuse box, causing a short circuit and involuntary continuous st… Severity: high.
What is the 2013-2014 Chevrolet Onix Fuel-Pump Retaining Nut Can Leak Fuel (Brazil Recall)?
Chevrolet Brasil recalls 2013-2014 Onix vehicles with chassis DG100001 through EG276280, manufactured from February 27, 2012 through December 3, 2013. The retaining nut that secures the fuel pump at the top of the tank may not seal correctly. In an atypical condition such as a ro… Severity: high.
