2004 Chevrolet Aveo recalls
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. Between them they involve lighting and seat belts. The most recent was received on May 19, 2014.
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Lighting
Daytime Running Light Module Overheating
The defect: 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.
The risk: If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
The 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.
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Seat belts
GM/rear safety belt twisted
The defect: On certain passenger vehicles, the rear safety belt can become twisted.
The risk: If this occurs the safety belt retractor may lock in position so that the belt cannot be used. In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to the seat occupant could occur.
The remedy: Dealers will install a safety belt webbing guide to prevent the belt from twisting. The recall began on october 15, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438. Vehicle owners located in guam should contact GM customer assistance at 1-671-648-8453.
Check by VIN
A campaign rarely covers every Aveo built in 2004. Enter your 17-character VIN to find the recall campaigns filed for your make, model and model year. The VIN is on the driver’s side of the dashboard (visible through the windshield), on the door-jamb label, and on your registration and insurance documents.
Is a recall still open on your vehicle? Only NHTSA’s official VIN check can say whether a campaign applies to your exact vehicle and whether the repair has already been done.
Your VIN is decoded with NHTSA’s public vPIC service to identify the make, model and year. It is not stored and is not added to any page address.
What 2004 Chevrolet Aveo owners should do
- Check your VIN on NHTSA’s lookup to see which of these campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether any are still open.
- Call a Chevrolet dealer and book the repair, quoting the campaign numbers (14V-261, 04V-407).
- If you have bought the vehicle used, the recall still applies: the repair is free whoever owns the vehicle now.
- Make sure your current address is on file with the manufacturer so the owner letters reach you.
Other Chevrolet Aveo model years
Common questions
Does the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 campaigns for the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo: 14V-261 (Daytime Running Light Module Overheating); 04V-407 (GM/rear safety belt twisted).
How do I know if my 2004 Chevrolet Aveo has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup. Most campaigns cover only part of a model year’s production, and the lookup also shows whether the repair has already been done on your vehicle.
Will the dealer charge to fix the 2004 Chevrolet Aveo?
No. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by Chevrolet dealers. Quote the NHTSA campaign number when you book.