Recall 04V-527
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2004 Buick Rainier and 4 other models: Exterior lighting (brake lights).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-527
- Reported
- November 1, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 871,473 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed], oldsmobile at 1-[removed], buick at 1-[removed], or GMC at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
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-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Buick Rainier 2004
- Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002 to 2004
- Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 2002 to 2004
- GMC Envoy XL 2002 to 2004
- Oldsmobile Bravada 2002 to 2004