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Recall 12V-594

General Motors LLC recalled the 2010 to 2012 Chevrolet Colorado and 1 other model: Latches/locks/linkages (hood, latch).

At a glance

Campaign number
12V-594
Reported
December 19, 2012
Vehicles affected
118,800 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

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

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-[removed] or GMC at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

GM's number for this campaign is 12319.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles