Ignition key removal when not in park
Defect Summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2013 chevrolet express vehicles manufactured november 1, 2012, through december 21, 2012; and model year 2013 gmc savana vehicles, manufactured november 14, 2012, through november 20, 2012. it may be possible to remove the key from the ignition when the vehicle is running or the transmission is not in the park position. as such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 114, "theft protection."
Safety Consequence
If the ignition key is removed while the vehicle is still on and/or the vehicle is not in park, the vehicle may rollaway and the unintended movement of the vehicle may result in a possible crash or injury to pedestrians.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock cylinder and the two associated keys. This service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on february 8, 2013. for more information, gmc owners may call 1-866-996-9463 and chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438.
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FAQ: Recall 13V010000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V010000?
NHTSA recall 13V010000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on January 14, 2013. It addresses: Ignition key removal when not in park. The recall affects approximately 980 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V010000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12332. 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.