Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
AVEO
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
14V261000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
Effect Of Defect
If The Drl Module Melts Due To The Heat Generation, It Could Cause A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20030927
End Of Manufacture
20040325
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
218000
Date Owners Notified
20150206
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20140519
Make Campaign Number
14093, 14236