NHTSA Recall 04V150000: Lock (latches/locks/linkages)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 103,956 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 Buick Rendezvous.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V150000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03030 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE › LOCK |
| Report received | March 29, 2004 |
| Owner notification | June 21, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, a structural support at the latch attachment in the rear liftgate may be inadequate to retain the latch to the liftgate in certain severe vehicle crash events.
Safety risk
If the liftgate were to open in a vehicle crash, an occupant could be ejected from the vehicle resulting in increased risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will add structural reinforcements to the liftgate in the area adjoining the latch assembly. Owner notification schedule began on june 21, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080. This is an expansion to a previous recall (03v211).
Notes
GM recall no. 03030.customers can also 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 04V150000
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.