Brakes may lock up/fmvss 126, 135
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 13V271000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V271000?
NHTSA recall 13V271000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 27, 2013. It addresses: Brakes may lock up/fmvss 126, 135. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V271000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13184. 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.