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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 14V261📅 May 19, 2014

2004–2008 Chevrolet Aveo recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
14V261000
Manufacturer recall #
14093, 14236
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
Vehicles affected
218,000
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Owner phone
1-800-222-1020
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 6, 2015
Built
Sep 27, 2003 – Mar 25, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 14V261 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 14V261?

2004–2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 218,000 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Chevrolet dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-222-1020.