Chevrolet Lacetti, Nubira Recall R/2005/055: Possibility That Brake Lights May Stay On, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 18 Jul 2005
- Launched
- 4,473
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2005/055
- DVSA reference
Chevrolet recalled Lacetti, Nubira vehicles built between 21 April 2003 and 8 July 2004. The brake light switch may become maladjusted if an upward force is inadvertently applied to the brake pedal. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a modified brake lamp switch. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The brake light switch may become maladjusted if an upward force is inadvertently applied to the brake pedal. This may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated without the brake being applied. If ignored this condition may result in the vehicle being driven with the brake lights permanently illuminated. Also if affected the brake lights may remain illuminated with the vehicle ignition switched off which may result in a discharged battery.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBILITY THAT BRAKE LIGHTS MAY STAY ON Defect: The brake light switch may become maladjusted if an upward force is inadvertently applied to the brake pedal. This may cause the brake lights to remain illuminated without the brake being applied. If ignored this condition may result in the vehicle being driven with the brake lights permanently illuminated. Also if affected the brake lights may remain illuminated with the vehicle ignition switched off which may result in a discharged battery. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a modified brake lamp switch.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the brake lights to remain illuminated without the brake being applied.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a modified brake lamp switch.
Are You Affected?
Lacetti, Nubira built between 21 April 2003 and 8 July 2004 may be included. Chevrolet estimates 4,473 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chevrolet, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chevrolet.
- Book with any franchised Chevrolet dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2005/055. See how to get a Chevrolet recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aveo, Captiva, Epica, Kalos and 6 moreBraking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2012/090 | |
| TraxThe brake pedal may potentially stick as a result of high vehicle interior temperatures | Urgent | R/2021/125 | |
| CorvetteLow beam headlights may fail | Book soon | R/2015/009 | |
| Cruze, OrlandoBrake fluid may leak | Urgent | R/2015/034 | |
| Matiz, SparkBraking performance may be reduced | Urgent | R/2014/181 |
This is one of 35 Chevrolet recalls in DVSA’s data. The one launched after it was R/2005/178 on 20 Dec 2005, for airbag inflator may detach on deployment. You can also see every Chevrolet recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/055, launched 18 July 2005. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.