Vehicle recall 14V261000 · May 19, 2014
2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo
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.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V261000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 19, 2014
- Filed by
- General Motors LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- 14093, 14236
- Owner notification
- February 6, 2015
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 218,000
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
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