NHTSA recall 12V-594 (12V594000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported December 19, 2012 - about 118,800 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 12V594000
- Also written as
- 12V-594
- Manufacturer number
- 12319
- Reported
- December 19, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- ~118,800
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.
Why it is dangerous
If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 12V-594 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.