NHTSA Recall 12V301000: Parking brake
GENERAL MOTORS LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,070 vehicles. It affects 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V301000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12127 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | June 28, 2012 |
| Owner notification | July 27, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors llc (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet captiva sport passenger vehicles manufactured from april 26, 2012, through may 17, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to the park brake performance requirements federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "light vehicle brake systems." the park brake cable may not be fully seated in its connector and may separate from the connector. If this occurs, the park brake will become inoperative and will not hold the vehicle.
Safety risk
If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, this could result in unintended vehicle movement and a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and ensure that the park brake cables are connected and secure free of charge. The safety recall began on july 27, 2012. Owners may contact the chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
Notes
GMs recall campaign number is 12127.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V301000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Captiva Sport | 2012 |
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.