NHTSA recall 14V-261 (14V261000)
exterior lighting recall reported May 19, 2014 - about 218,000 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V261000
- Also written as
- 14V-261
- Manufacturer number
- 14093, 14236
- Reported
- May 19, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~218,000
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-261 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.