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.
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.
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Source Page by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1251483-chevrolet-colorado-2012-recall-latches-locks-linkages · Recall date December 19, 2012 · Official notice: NHTSA #12V594000
“CHEVROLET COLORADO (2012) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages.” GovInfoNow, recall dated December 19, 2012. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1251483-chevrolet-colorado-2012-recall-latches-locks-linkages. Based on NHTSA recall 12V594000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V594000).
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.
We’ve drafted a message you can send General Motors LLC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 12V594000 — General Motors LLC CHEVROLET COLORADO (2012) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages Hello, I own a CHEVROLET COLORADO (2012) recall — Latches/Locks/Linkages that is covered by recall 12V594000 from General Motors LLC. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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