Recall 07V-482: 2005–2006 Chevrolet Optra

GM DAEWOO AUTO & TECHNOLOGY COMPANY recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Oct 16, 2007, covering about 144 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-482
Report date
Oct 16, 2007
Vehicles affected
144
Owners notified
Jan 2, 2008

The problem

On certain vehicles located in guam and saipan, the headlamp low beam or daytime running light (Drl) function may be inoperative due to a melted splice pack (S201) on the ip harness.

The risk

Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of the vehicle increasing the rick of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will change the headlamp low beam splicing type and separate it from splice pack 201 to protect housing melting due to potential poor contact. The recall began on january 2, 2008. Owners may contact GM daewoo at 1-671-648-8453.

Notes

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

ManufacturerGM DAEWOO AUTO & TECHNOLOGY COMPANY
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V482000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Optra2005, 2006All 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 07V-482?

On certain vehicles located in guam and saipan, the headlamp low beam or daytime running light (Drl) function may be inoperative due to a melted splice pack (S201) on the ip harness.

How is recall 07V-482 fixed?

Dealers will change the headlamp low beam splicing type and separate it from splice pack 201 to protect housing melting due to potential poor contact. The recall began on january 2, 2008. Owners may contact GM daewoo at 1-671-648-8453.

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.