Your vehicle has a fuel line that could break in a severe crash, causing a potential fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens in a real crash, your vehicle could catch fire.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the faulty fuel line and fuse block for free, starting November 16, 2006.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 1.6L ENGINE, DURING A NCAP SEVERE FRONTAL CRASH TEST, THE FUEL LINE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT DEVELOPED A FRACTURE. IN ADDITION, THE CRASH DAMAGE CAUSED FOUR SHORT CIRCUITS IN THE FUSE BLOCK, THE COMBINATION OF WHICH ALLOWED THE FUEL PUMP TO CONTINUE RUNNING AND FUEL LEAKED ONTO THE GROUND.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THESE CONDITIONS OCCURRED IN AN ACTUAL CRASH, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUSE BLOCK AND INSTALL A NEW SECTION OF FUEL LINE THAT HAS BEEN REDESIGNED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.
The daytime running lights (DRL) system in your Chevrolet Aveo is a module that helps your headlights turn on when you drive during the day. In some 2004-2008 Aveo models, this module could get too hot and melt, causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the DRL module melts, it could cause a fire in your vehicle. This is a serious risk, especially if you're driving and can't put out the flames quickly.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty DRL module, inspect the wiring for damage, and clean the electrical connections to prevent overheating. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
Original — 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.
