Recall 04V-527: 2004 Buick Rainier, 2002–2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 3 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Nov 1, 2004, covering about 871,473 vehicles.
The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative.
The risk
An inoperative brake lamp will not convey the driver's intention of stopping to drivers in following vehicles, and an inoperative rear turn signal lamp will not convey the driver's intention to turn to drivers in following vehicles. Both of these failures can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on november 22, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, buick at 1-866-608-8080, or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes
Gm recall no. 04087. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V527000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Rainier | 2004 | All years |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| GMC Envoy XL | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Bravada | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-527?
On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative.
How is recall 04V-527 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on november 22, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, buick at 1-866-608-8080, or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.