2004-2008 Chevy Aveo and Optra Latest in GM Recall Lineup
The apocalyptic 2007 Chevy Aveo
Had it in your mind that you’d make it through the day without reading about another General Motors recall, didn’t you? Well, the 2004-2008 Chevy Aveo and Optra have other plans. 218,000 Aveos and 214 Optras are being recalled today for—what else—potential for fiery death!
The recall only affects models with daytime running lights, as the heat generated by the lights could be so intense that it melts the DRL module. The result: you’re toast.
Here’s a name you probably haven’t thought of in a while: the Chevy Optra. Well, just in case you needed a reminder as to the existence of the exceptional piece of engineering that was the Optra, 214 models are also being recalled for a faulty DRL module that could potentially turn your daily commute into something more closely resembling footage of the Hindenberg.
The maiming 2007 Chevy Optra
According to the NHTSA recall notices for the Chevy Aveo and Optra, GM has not yet announced a schedule for notification/repair/competency. The recall numbers associated with the Chevy Aveo and Optra, fiery deathtraps that they could potentially be, are 14236 and 14093, respectively.
Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). They are not guaranteeing that calling them will not set your phone on fire.
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.
Kyle S. Johnson lives in Cincinnati, a city known by many as “the Cincinnati of Southwest Ohio.” He enjoys professional wrestling, Halloween, and also other things. He has been writing for a while, and he plans to continue to write well into the future. See more articles by Kyle.