NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint for the 2007 Chevrolet Optra. Most complaints involve power train (1) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 22–23 mpg combined.
CERTAIN VEHICLES LOCATED IN GUAM AND SAIPAN WERE BUILT WITH A SEAT BELT BUCKLE WITH AN IMPROPER ULTRASONIC WELD OF THE SPRING RIB AND FIXATION RIB OF BUCKLE UNDERCOVER IN BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS. A SPRING RIB OR FIXATION RIB COULD BREAK AND REMAIN INSIDE THE BUCKLE, AND THE SEAT BELT TONGUE MAY NOT BE INSERTED INTO THE BUCKLE, OR THE PUSH BUTTON MAY BECOME STUCK, RESULTING IN AN OCCUPANT NOT BEING ABLE TO UNLATCH THE BUCKLE.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“SINCE LAST YEAR I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR WHEN IT IS ON THE ROAD SPECIFICALLY GOING UP A HILL IT WOULD LOSE POWER AND IT SLOWS DOWN AND THEN IT TURNS OFF WHILE RUNNING. WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE SOMETIMES THE CAR BEHIND ME COME VERY CLOSE TO CRASHING AGAINST ME. WE TOOK THE CAR TO A GM DEALER WHERE WE BOUGHT IT THEY COULD NOT GIVE US AN ANSWER WE HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO 6 REPAIR SHOPS AND NO ONE KNOWS WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE WE HAVE CHANGE THE TPS SENSOR, THE SPARK PLUGS, MAP SENSOR, NEW BATTERY, WE HAVE CLEANED THE FUEL INJECTORS SEVERAL TIMES,WE CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FLUIDS, WE CHANGE THE PUMP GAS COMPLETELY, WE HAVE CHANGED THE IGNITION COIL.WE HAVE CHANGED THE TIMING BELT TWICE SINCE WE HAVE THE CAR. AND THE CAR IS RUNNING WORSE NOW BECAUSE IT STOPS NOT ONLY IN A HILL BUT ON A FLAT ROAD TOO. *JS”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optra Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,700 | 386 |
| Optra 5 Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,700 | 386 |
| Optra Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| Optra 5 Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| Optra Wagon Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| Optra Wagon Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 11, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (1), engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2007 Chevrolet Optra at 22–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).