Sell your 2008 Chevrolet HHR for cash

The 2008 Chevrolet HHR is a SUV that came with a choice of 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.2L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl engines. At 18 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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2008 Chevrolet HHR at a glance

Body style	Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Engines	2.0L 4-cyl, 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
Transmissions	Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
Drive	Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel	Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Fuel economy	19–22 city / 28–30 highway / 22–25 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost	$2,700–$3,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂	355–404 grams per mile
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)	3,162 lb
Versions tested by EPA	10 configurations: HHR FWD, HHR Panel FWD
Age	18 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 HHR's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2008 HHR weighed 3,162 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. 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 4 recalls for the 2008 HHR. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the steering, typically around 80,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2008 Chevrolet HHR recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 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.

Electrical SystemApr 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V171000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.

Risk: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the transmission is not in the "Park" position; or (b) for a manual transmission,

Air BagsFeb 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V047000

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are…

Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesSep 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V444000

Gm is recalling 296,422 my 2006-2008 Chevrolet HHR vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, 'occupant protection in interior impact." the door on the storage bin in the top center of the instrument panel failed to remain closed as required.

Risk: This standard specifies performance requirements to provide head impact protection for occupants.

Air BagsJan 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V046000

Gm is recalling 181,516 my 2006-2008 Chevrolet HHR vehicles not equipped with optional roof rail air bags for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, 'occupant protection in interior impact.' in tests, one of the upper interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard's…

Risk: This standard specifies performance requirements to provide head impact protection for occupants.

Common 2008 HHR problems

Owners have filed 616 complaints about the 2008 Chevrolet HHR with NHTSA. 30 reports involved a crash and 6 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 31 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

Steering294
Electrical System94
Fuel/Propulsion System71
Service Brakes, Hydraulic37
Air Bags33
Engine20

Typical mileage when problems were reported

Steering80,000 mi
Electrical System66,000 mi
Fuel/Propulsion System124,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6,000 mi
Air Bags64,000 mi
Engine133,000 mi

2008 Chevrolet HHR service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 939 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Chevrolet HHR. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

Equipment143
Equipment130
Electrical System86
Engine and Engine Cooling53
Equipment44
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).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2008 Chevrolet HHR.

Fuel/Propulsion SystemPE20011 · opened Jul 2020, closed Aug 2023

Fuel Line Leak

On July 5, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened PE20-011 to investigate instances of metal fuel lines under the vehicle corroding and leaking fuel in model year (MY) 2008 through 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 through 2009 Chevrolet HHR passenger cars manufactured by General Motors (GM). The metal fu

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Selling a 2008 HHR: questions

How much is a 2008 Chevrolet HHR 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. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2008 HHR that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 HHRs 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 2008 HHR with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Chevrolet HHR; 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 2008 HHR?

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.

Before you sell

Sources

EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov

Data retrieved October 2026.

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