Turn signal failure
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2013 chevrolet sonic vehicles manufactured from may 29, 2012, through august 29, 2012. when a turn signal lamp fails to operate, the body control module (bcm) in these vehicles does not detect this condition and will not indicate the condition to the driver. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
If the driver is not aware that the turn signal is not functioning and does not have the light repaired, other drivers may not be alerted that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the bcm and the vehicle's key fobs, free of charge. the safety recall began on october 3, 2012. owners may contact the chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
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FAQ: Recall 12V454000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V454000?
NHTSA recall 12V454000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 17, 2012. It addresses: Turn signal failure. The recall affects approximately 4,716 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 12V454000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12209. 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.