NHTSA Recall 04V302000: Automatic transmission (power train)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 132 vehicles. It affects 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V302000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04044 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | June 30, 2004 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' an ignition key park lock cable end fitting was not fully seated on the automatic transmission shifter nail head during installation.
Safety risk
This can prevent the cable auto-set from correctly adjusting the cable. An incorrectly adjusted cable prevents the shifter from locking in the 'park' position when the key is removed from the key cylinder.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for a properly functioning shift lock when the ignition key is removed. Dealers will repair vehicles that exhibit the subject condition. The recall began august 17, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Notes
GM recall no. 04044.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 04V302000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 |
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.