2012 Chevrolet Volt — Service brakes
Published July 1, 2013 · Recall initiated: June 27, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V271000, published July 1, 2013 and initiated June 27, 2013. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2012 Chevrolet Volt — Service brakes.
What's the hazard
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through April 17, 2012. Due to a brake pressure modulator valve problem, the vehicles do not relieve brake pressure from the front brakes during an anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), or traction control event. One or both front brakes may lock up and not release. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems"' and No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
What to do
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will install a new brake pressure modulator valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 12, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-866-694-6546. GM's recall number is 13184.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- VOLT
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2012 CHEVROLET VOLT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Chevrolet Volt — Service brakes recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V271000 on July 1, 2013. Reported hazard: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through April 17, 2012. Due to a brake pressure modulator valve problem, the vehicles do not relieve brake pressure from the front brakes during an anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), or traction control event. One or both front brakes may lock up and not release. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems"' and No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
What should I do if I have this product?
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will install a new brake pressure modulator valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 12, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-866-694-6546. GM's recall number is 13184.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: VOLT.