NHTSA Recall 05V494000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 98,007 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V494000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05077 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | October 27, 2005 |
| Owner notification | February 24, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain sport utility vehicles have a rear side closure latch that may not latch or unlatch due to corrosion caused by road splash, such as water and road salt. These vehicles were originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia.
Safety risk
If the door is not latched properly and it goes unnoticed, it may open while the vehicle is in motion. If an unbelted occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install a seal along the lower part of the rocker panel to prevent intrusion of corrosive material, and inspect the rear side closure latches. Functional latches will be cleaned and lubricated. Non-functioning latches will be replaced. The recall began on february 24, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
GM recall no. 05077. 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 05V494000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Trailblazer Ext | 2002, 2003 |
| GMC Envoy XL | 2002, 2003 |
| Isuzu Ascender | 2003 |
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.