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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V251000

2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette — Exterior lighting: headlights

Published May 15, 2014 · Recall initiated: May 14, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V251000, published May 15, 2014 and initiated May 14, 2014. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette — Exterior lighting: headlights.

What's the hazard

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured March 29, 2004, through June 22, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire is repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct this condition, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 13146. Note: Model year 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvettes will be covered under customer satisfaction program number 14203 for the same issue.

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Recall details

Brand
CHEVROLET
Model
CORVETTE
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Lot
2007 CHEVROLET CORVETTE | 2006 CHEVROLET CORVETTE | 2005 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V251000 on May 15, 2014. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured March 29, 2004, through June 22, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire is repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination.

What should I do if I have this product?

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct this condition, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 13146. Note: Model year 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvettes will be covered under customer satisfaction program number 14203 for the same issue.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: CORVETTE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)