NHTSA Recall 12V288000: Engine and engine cooling
GENERAL MOTORS LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 413,148 vehicles. It affects 2011–2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V288000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12081 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | June 22, 2012 |
| Owner notification | July 10, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
General motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 chevrolet cruze vehicles manufactured from october 2, 2009, through may 31, 2012. Spilled or dripping oil (such as after an oil change) may collect in the engine shield (bellypan) near hot engine or exhaust system surfaces. As a result, the oil and the engine shield may ignite and burn.
Safety risk
Either condition could result in an engine compartment fire, possibly causing injury or death.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the engine shield to prevent fluid from contacting the shield. Also, on vehicles with a manual transmission, dealers will apply a protective tape to the electronic power steering wire harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge to the owner. The safety recall began on july 10, 2012. Owners may contact the chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
Notes
GMs campaign number is 12081.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 12V288000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.