Sell your 2009 Chevrolet Aveo for cash

The 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is a small car that came with a 1.6L 4-cyl engine. At 17 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2009 Chevrolet Aveo at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars, Compact Cars
Engines1.6L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy25–27 city / 34 highway / 28–30 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,250–$2,400 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂296–317 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA4 configurations: Aveo 5, Aveo
Age17 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 17 years old, most of a 2009 Aveo's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a small car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Aveo. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 60,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2009 Chevrolet Aveo recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Service Brakes, HydraulicJul 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V460000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Pontiac G3 vehicles. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the valves inside the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, affecting the closing motion of the valves.

Risk: If the ABS valve corrodes it may result in longer brake pedal travel or reduced performance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Common 2009 Aveo problems

Owners have filed 169 complaints about the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo with NHTSA. 13 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 13 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System49
  • Engine36
  • Engine and Engine Cooling25
  • Vehicle Speed Control22
  • Suspension19
  • Air Bags14

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System60,000 mi
  • Engine66,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling33,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control40,000 mi
  • Suspension35,000 mi
  • Air Bags49,000 mi

2009 Chevrolet Aveo service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 916 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment147
  • Equipment128
  • Electrical System78
  • Engine and Engine Cooling52
  • Equipment45
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility41

Recent bulletins

  • OtherSep 2025 · 13598

    New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2025 · PIC5650M

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2025 · PIP5601C

    This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2009 Aveo: questions

How much is a 2009 Chevrolet Aveo worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2009 Aveo that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2009 Aveos that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2009 Aveo with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2009 Aveo?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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