NHTSA Recall 05V198000: Turn signal (exterior lighting)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 286,478 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Buick Rainier.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V198000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05044 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL |
| Report received | May 5, 2005 |
| Owner notification | August 4, 2005 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the driver wishing to signal a turn by moving the directional signal lever, (up or down) may cause the front marker/turn lights and rear turn lights to flash in a manner similar to hazard warning, rather than flashing on the desired side only.
Safety risk
The driver may not be able to clearly signal their intentions to turn, change travel lanes, or potentially warn others of an impaired vehicle operating condition increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the suspect flasher modules with a new flasher module designed with sealed relays and more durable contact material inside of the relays free of charge. The recall began on august 4, 2005. Isuzu began mailing owner letters on august 4, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, buick at 1-866-608-8080, and oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Notes
GM recall no. 05044.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 05V198000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Rainier | 2004 |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2003, 2004 |
| GMC Envoy | 2003, 2004 |
| Isuzu Ascender | 2003, 2004 |
| Oldsmobile Bravada | 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.