2005 Chevrolet Aveo recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2005 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 1
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 235
Latest campaign: May 19, 2014

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Exterior lighting	1	May 19, 2014	14V261000

Safety recalls1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

May 19, 2014Latest campaign


May 19, 201414V261000	Exterior lighting: headlights If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V261000 What's wrong 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. Risk 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. Campaign NHTSA 14V261000 · May 19, 2014

May 19, 201414V261000

Exterior lighting: headlights

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 14V261000

What's wrong: 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.
Risk: 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.
Campaign: NHTSA 14V261000 · May 19, 2014

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component235

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

235Complaints filed

19Involving a crash

17Involving a fire

16Injuries reported · 1 death

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Electrical system	67	29	0	12	1
Engine and engine cooling	62	26	0	1	1
Exterior lighting	48	20	0	7	0
Power train	18	8	1	1	1
Engine	17	7	0	0	0
Air bags	16	7	13	2	12
Vehicle speed control	16	7	3	0	1
Latches/locks/linkages	13	6	0	0	0
Service brakes	12	5	2	0	1
Suspension	9	4	1	0	2
Structure	8	3	1	1	3
Visibility	8	3	0	1	0
Hydraulic	8	3	1	0	1
Interior lighting	6	3	0	1	0
Steering	5	2	2	0	2

9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Exterior lighting
“The contact's daughter owns a 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated that intermittently, the headlights failed to illuminate.”
Filed 05/09/2023 · ODI 11521212
Engine
“The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and making a stop, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts.”
Filed 10/08/2021 · ODI 11436063
Engine
“Timing belt/chain broke. Car is below the 60,000 mile mark for scheduled replacement as stated from manufacturer. Car broke down suddenly in the middle of the road creating a hazard to the driver and others.”
Filed 08/28/2021 · ODI 11430868

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2005 Chevrolet Aveo recall questions

How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. The most recent, 14V261000 (reported May 19, 2014), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 67 complaints out of 235 filed with NHTSA (29%). Across all complaints, owners reported 19 crashs and 17 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2005 Chevrolet Aveo?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

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