Chevrolet Aveo, Captiva, Epica And 7 More Recall R/2012/090: Braking Efficiency May Be Affected, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 28 Aug 2012
- Launched
- 38,876
- vehicles in the UK
- TEC369
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chevrolet recalled Aveo, Captiva, Epica and 7 more vehicles built between 1 January 2007 and 31 December 2011. Incorrect type of brake fluid installed at production could cause internal corrosion of the ABS module. The dealer will inspect the brake fluid using a scan tool. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect type of brake fluid installed at production could cause internal corrosion of the ABS module. This corrosion can lead to a gel build up inside the module which may affect the closing motion of one of the valves. There will be no external loss of fluid or reduction in fluid level but it is possible the driver could feel excessive brake pedal travel. In some circumstances there may be reduced braking performance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED Defect: Incorrect type of brake fluid installed at production could cause internal corrosion of the ABS module. This corrosion can lead to a gel build up inside the module which may affect the closing motion of one of the valves. There will be no external loss of fluid or reduction in fluid level but it is possible the driver could feel excessive brake pedal travel. In some circumstances there may be reduced braking performance. Remedy: Inspection of the brake fluid using a scan tool. Drain and replace the fluid and replace the brake fluid reservoir cap (All models except Captiva & Epica/Tosca). Erase ''DOT 3'' text from the customers Owner's Manual (All models except Captiva & Epica/Tosca). Add information regarding the use of DOT 4 brake fluid.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause internal corrosion of the ABS module.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the brake fluid using a scan tool.
Are You Affected?
Aveo, Captiva, Epica and 7 more built between 1 January 2007 and 31 December 2011 may be included. Chevrolet estimates 38,876 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chevrolet, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chevrolet.
- Book with any franchised Chevrolet dealer, quoting the campaign code TEC369 or the DVSA reference R/2012/090. See how to get a Chevrolet recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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| CaptivaFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2018/129 | |
| CaptivaPossibility of a fire | Urgent | R/2016/263 | |
| AveoUnder vehicle rollover conditions fuel may leak | Urgent | R/2016/075 |
This is one of 35 Chevrolet recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chevrolet recall launched before it was R/2012/072 on 11 Jun 2012, for third row seats may be insecure. The one launched after it was R/2013/148 on 2 Jan 2014, for clutch and gear selection may be lost. You can also see every Chevrolet recall, all recalls launched in 2012 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/090, launched 28 August 2012. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.