Secondary hood latch/fmvss 113
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 12V594000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V594000?
NHTSA recall 12V594000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 19, 2012. It addresses: Secondary hood latch/fmvss 113. The recall affects approximately 118,800 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V594000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12319. 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.