NHTSA Recall # | 103628 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 14V261000 |
MFG Compaign # | 14093, 14236 |
Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
Supplier | CHEVROLET |
Brand | CHEVROLET |
Model | AVEO |
Model Year | 2005 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Date of notification | 06/02/15 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 27/09/03 |
End date of manufacturing | 25/03/04 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 19/05/14 |
Report created | 19/05/14 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 218000 |
Defect 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 summary | If the drl module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |