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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V261000

2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo — Exterior lighting: headlights

Published May 19, 2014 · Recall initiated: May 19, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V261000, published May 19, 2014. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo — Exterior lighting: headlights.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
CHEVROLET
Model
AVEO
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Lot
2006 CHEVROLET AVEO | 2008 CHEVROLET AVEO | 2005 CHEVROLET AVEO | 2007 CHEVROLET AVEO | 2004 CHEVROLET AVEO
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V261000 on May 19, 2014. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)