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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V198📅 May 5, 2005

2003–2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer & 2003–2004 GMC Envoy + 3 more recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the driver wishing to signal a turn by moving the directional signal lever, (up or down) may cause the front marker/turn lights and rear turn lights to flash in a manner similar to hazard warning, rather than flashing on the desired side only.

💥 The risk

The driver may not be able to clearly signal their intentions to turn, change travel lanes, or potentially warn others of an impaired vehicle operating condition increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the suspect flasher modules with a new flasher module designed with sealed relays and more durable contact material inside of the relays free of charge. The recall began on august 4, 2005. Isuzu began mailing owner letters on august 4, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, buick at 1-866-608-8080, and oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V198000
Manufacturer recall #
05044
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles affected
286,478
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Owner phone
1-800-630-2438
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Aug 4, 2005
Built
Apr 1, 2003 – Jul 31, 2003
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
GM recall no. 05044.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V198 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V198?

2003–2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer & 2003–2004 GMC Envoy + 3 more. 286,478 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Buick dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-630-2438.