NHTSA Recall 04V527000: Brake lights (exterior lighting)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 871,473 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Buick Rainier.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V527000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04087 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | November 1, 2004 |
| Owner notification | November 22, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, vibration and heat may cause the tail lamp/stop lamp bulb to loosen in its socket. If this occurs, the bulb may flicker and eventually become inoperative.
Safety risk
An inoperative brake lamp will not convey the driver's intention of stopping to drivers in following vehicles, and an inoperative rear turn signal lamp will not convey the driver's intention to turn to drivers in following vehicles. Both of these failures can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the tail lamp/stop lamp assemblies, and if necessary, replace them. The recall began on november 22, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, buick at 1-866-608-8080, or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes
GM recall no. 04087. 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 04V527000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Rainier | 2004 |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| GMC Envoy XL | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Oldsmobile Bravada | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
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.