NHTSARecalled May 19, 2014 · #14V261000
Daytime Running Light Module Overheating
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
Product details
- Product
- Daytime Running Light Module Overheating
- 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Model numbers
- 2008 Chevrolet
- UPCs
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What you should 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.