NHTSA recall · Reported May 19, 2014
CHEVROLET 2004-2008: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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…
Chevrolet recalled General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped….
CHEVROLET 2004-2008: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS was recalled by Chevrolet in May 19, 2014. Reason: General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime runnin…. Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised DRL module, inspect the wiring …. Verify recall #14V261000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
Chevrolet issued this NHTSA recall-General Motors is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo vehicles equipped with daytime runnin….
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- May 19, 2014
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #14V261000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
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.
Reason for recall
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.
Hazard
If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy, what to 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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14V261000 |
| Date reported | May 19, 2014 |
| Date initiated | May 19, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Chevrolet |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a revised DRL module, inspect the wiring connector for heat damage, and clean the…
- Check the recall number (14V261000) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official NHTSA notice before acting. NHTSA notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official NHTSA record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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