CHEVROLET AVEO 2004: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V261000
Make | Model | Year |
---|---|---|
CHEVROLET | AVEO | 2004 |
Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
2015-02-06 | 2014-05-19 | 2014-05-19 |
Production Dates: 2003-09-27 - 2004-03-25
Manufacturers Involved: General Motors, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14093, 14236
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 218000
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights "DRL". In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the center console in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised DRL module, inspect the wiring connector for heat damage, and clean the DRL circuit grounds. Owners were sent interim notices on August 14, 2014. The recall began on February 6, 2015. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 "Chevrolet". General Motors recall number for this campaign is 14236.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.