Park brake cable/fmvss 135
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet captiva sport passenger vehicles manufactured from april 26, 2012, through may 17, 2012. these vehicles fail to conform to the park brake performance requirements federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "light vehicle brake systems." the park brake cable may not be fully seated in its connector and may separate from the connector. if this occurs, the park brake will become inoperative and will not hold the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, this could result in unintended vehicle movement and a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and ensure that the park brake cables are connected and secure free of charge. the safety recall began on july 27, 2012. owners may contact the chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
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FAQ: Recall 12V301000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V301000?
NHTSA recall 12V301000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 28, 2012. It addresses: Park brake cable/fmvss 135. The recall affects approximately 2,070 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V301000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12127. 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.