Recall 06V-398: 2007 Chevrolet Aveo

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2006, covering about 17,676 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-398
Report date
Oct 17, 2006
Vehicles affected
17,676
Owners notified
Nov 16, 2006

The problem

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.

The risk

If these conditions occurred in an actual crash, a vehicle fire could occur.

The fix

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.

Notes

Gm recall no. 06133. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V398000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Aveo2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-398?

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.

How is recall 06V-398 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.