NHTSA Recall 06V398000: Fuel system, gasoline
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,676 vehicles. It affects 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V398000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 06133 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Report received | October 17, 2006 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
If these conditions occurred in an actual crash, a vehicle fire could occur.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V398000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.