2016 Chevrolet Cruze — Exterior lighting: headlights
Published July 1, 2016 · Recall initiated: July 1, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V498000, published July 1, 2016. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2016 Chevrolet Cruze — Exterior lighting: headlights.
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cruze vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to May 26, 2016. The headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-digit identifier code used to properly aim the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment.
What to do
GM will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on their headlight assemblies. Owners may also bring the vehicle to a GM dealership for any assistance with applying the label, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 50190.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CRUZE
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Chevrolet Cruze — Exterior lighting: headlights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V498000 on July 1, 2016. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cruze vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to May 26, 2016. The headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-digit identifier code used to properly aim the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
GM will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on their headlight assemblies. Owners may also bring the vehicle to a GM dealership for any assistance with applying the label, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 50190.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: CRUZE.