NHTSA Recall 05V054000: Suspension: rear
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,402 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Classic.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V054000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05020 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | February 14, 2005 |
| Owner notification | February 9, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear suspension knuckle bolts that are not to specification and could fracture under high loads that can occur in some driving conditions.
Safety risk
If the bolt fracture, the rear suspension linkage could detach from the knuckle and the rear wheel would be able to turn inboard or outboard. Sudden changes in vehicle handling could occur, particularly at higher speeds, and the driver may not be able to control the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both rear suspension knuckle bolts free of charge. The recall began on february 9, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Notes
GM recall no. 05020.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 covered by recall 05V054000
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.