Chevrolet Aveo: Exterior lighting — headlights

Affects Chevrolet Aveo · 2004–2008 — about 218K vehicles.

The hazard

If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational