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    Thread: How GM isn't on fire yet is beyond me (2004-08 Aveo recall DRL module fire hazard)

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      How GM isn't on fire yet is beyond me (2004-08 Aveo recall DRL module fire hazard)

      DRL module is said to be able to catch fire, like wtf.

      GM adds 218,000 older small cars to growing recall list | Reuters



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      Someone better pick up that Phone, Because I CALLED IT.

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      Quote Originally Posted by 2010AveoLT View Post
      Someone better pick up that Phone, Because I CALLED IT.
      Ya got me, I LOLed.

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      From another website (bolding mine)---

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      "In the GM recall, overheating can occur in approximately 218,000 Aveo models equipped with daytime running lights. The DRL module in the center console may melt and cause a vehicle fire, according to recall information filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. GM has not yet found a solution to the problem, but while owners wait, they can contact GM customer service at (800) 222-1020.

      Read more: Recalls: 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 2014 Nissan Leaf - Automotive.com "

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      Guess we don't have to rush off to a dealer yet--- they don't know how to fix it.

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      Quote Originally Posted by mcthumber View Post
      From another website (bolding mine)---

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      "In the GM recall, overheating can occur in approximately 218,000 Aveo models equipped with daytime running lights. The DRL module in the center console may melt and cause a vehicle fire, according to recall information filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. GM has not yet found a solution to the problem, but while owners wait, they can contact GM customer service at (800) 222-1020.

      Read more: Recalls: 2004-2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 2014 Nissan Leaf - Automotive.com "

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      Guess we don't have to rush off to a dealer yet--- they don't know how to fix it.
      they don't know how to fix it, but we DO: Disable the DRLs, and Problem Solved!

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      rip out the module IS the best idea, If I drive with my lights on, not the DRL, am I safe???

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      Hmm, wonder if this will apply to my '09 model that was manufactured in 2008.

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      the 09 model with the ecotec has an entirely different wiring harness.

      the drl disable is a good solution.


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      Good thing I planned to disable mine anyway for my new headlights.

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      I've got an '05 SL... hope I'm ok... I don't think it has DRL, though I do manually run my lights on in the day.... I R CONFOOSED.





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