NHTSA Recall 02V273000: Body (structure)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Trailblazer.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V273000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02045 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | October 4, 2002 |
| Owner notification | October 4, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain sport utility vehicles are missing welds on the rear floor plan.
Safety risk
In a crash, missing welds could degrade performance of the third row seat and safety belt anchorage and occupants could receive greater injuries.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds. If missing welds are found, GM will exchange the vehicle for an equivalent vehicle or provide a refund of the purchase price. Owner notification began october 4, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes
GM recall no. 02045.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V273000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.