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2012 Chevrolet Volt Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Mar 13, 2015

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Chevrolet Volt average of 1.7 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Electrical System › Ignition, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2012 Chevrolet Volt recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 15V145000

Electrical System › Ignition

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Mar 13, 2015

What is recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.

Safety consequence

If the engine runs for an extended period of time in an enclosed space, there may be a build up of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14617.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 13V271000

Electronic Stability Control (esc)

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Jun 27, 2013

What is recalled

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through April 17, 2012. Due to a brake pressure modulator valve problem, the vehicles do not relieve brake pressure from the front brakes during an anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), or traction control event. One or both front brakes may lock up and not release. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems"' and No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

If the brakes lock up it could cause a loss of steering control and/or a lengthened distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will install a new brake pressure modulator valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 12, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-866-694-6546. GM's recall number is 13184.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2012 Chevrolet Volt recall questions

How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Volt have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2012 Chevrolet Volt. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2012 Chevrolet Volt?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology