Recall 05V-494
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2002 to 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and 2 other models: Latches/locks/linkages (doors, latch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-494
- Reported
- October 27, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 98,007 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain sport utility vehicles have a rear side closure latch that may not latch or unlatch due to corrosion caused by road splash, such as water and road salt. These vehicles were originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia.
The risk
If the door is not latched properly and it goes unnoticed, it may open while the vehicle is in motion. If an unbelted occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur.
The fix
Dealers will install a seal along the lower part of the rocker panel to prevent intrusion of corrosive material, and inspect the rear side closure latches. Functional latches will be cleaned and lubricated. Non-functioning latches will be replaced. The recall began on february 24, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed], GMC at 1-[removed], or isuzu at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 05077. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 2002 to 2003
- GMC Envoy XL 2002 to 2003
- Isuzu Ascender 2003