Front turn signal bulbs/fmvss 108
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 buick regal and model year 2013 chevrolet malibu vehicles. these vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. if one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
If the driver is not aware that a turn signal is not functioning properly, the driver may continue to drive the vehicle. If half of a front turn signal is not illuminating, other driver's may not be aware that the affected vehicle is turning, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. the recall began in september 2014. owners may contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 12212.
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FAQ: Recall 12V484000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V484000?
NHTSA recall 12V484000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 4, 2012. It addresses: Front turn signal bulbs/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 120,426 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V484000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12212. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.