Recall 04V-560
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt: Exterior lighting (headlights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-560
- Reported
- November 22, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 1,378 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the bulb shields inside of the headlamps can loosen due to vibration.
The risk
The bulb shield can loosen or break because of vibration. If this occurred on a headlamp installed in a vehicle, oncoming drivers may notice additional glare, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install two new headlamp assemblies. The recall began on november 17, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 04100.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Cobalt 2005