Loss of low beam headlights
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 chevrolet corvette vehicles manufactured march 29, 2004, through june 22, 2007. in the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (ubec) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. if the wire is repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination.
Safety Consequence
The loss of low beam headlamp illumination will decrease the driver's visibility, as well as the vehicle's conspicuity to other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct this condition, free of charge. the recall began january 2, 2015. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 13146. note: model year 2008-2013 chevrolet corvettes will be covered under customer satisfaction program number 14203 for the same issue.
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FAQ: Recall 14V251000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V251000?
NHTSA recall 14V251000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 14, 2014. It addresses: Loss of low beam headlights. The recall affects approximately 103,158 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V251000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13146. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.