Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
GMC
Model Of Vehicle
CANYON
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
12V594000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20091109
End Of Manufacture
20100810
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
118800
Date Owners Notified
20130124
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20121219
Make Campaign Number
12319
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
113