CHEVROLET AVEO 2008: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V261000

Make Model Year
CHEVROLET AVEO 2008
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

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.