General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V498000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V498000 by General Motors, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 cruze vehicles manufactured november 5, 2015, to may 26, 2016 Includes 32,913 affected units, Headlights may be Incorrectly Aimed/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2016 cruze vehicles manufactured november 5, 2015, to may 26, 2016

Defect Summary

General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016 cruze vehicles manufactured november 5, 2015, to may 26, 2016. the headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-digit identifier code used to properly aim the headlights. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."

Corrective Action

Gm will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on their headlight assemblies. owners may also bring the vehicle to a gm dealership for any assistance with applying the label, free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service department at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 50190.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V498000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2016-07-01T00:00:00

Subject: Headlights may be incorrectly aimed/fmvss 108

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 32,913

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 50190

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016 cruze vehicles manufactured november 5, 2015, to may 26, 2016. the headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-digit identifier code used to properly aim the headlights. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."

Consequence Summary: Without the identification code, the headlights may be improperly aimed during service, reducing nighttime visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Gm will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on their headlight assemblies. owners may also bring the vehicle to a gm dealership for any assistance with applying the label, free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2016. owners may contact chevrolet customer service department at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 50190.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 100

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