NHTSA recall 04V560000
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Chevrolet Cobalt
Reported Nov 22, 20041,378 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Maker’s number 04100Built Aug 1, 2004 – Nov 30, 2004
The defect
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 remedy
Dealers will install two new headlamp assemblies. the recall began on november 17, 2004. owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.