General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V261000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V261000 by General Motors, Llc. Affecting model year 2004-2008 chevrolet aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (drl) Includes 218,000 affected units, Daytime Running Light Module Overheating, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2004-2008 chevrolet aveo vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (drl)
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.
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.