Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
04V527000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 10/01/2000 to 06/30/2002V (Vehicle)87147311/22/2004ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/01/200411/03/2004
Defect SummaryOn 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.
Consequence SummaryAn 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
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesGm recall no. 04087. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
0408711/16/200410011954Tail lamps/stop lamps product field action announcement. *tt administrative message. *tt02/08/2005
04017A08/01/200410009630Tail lamps/stop lamps. special policy service bulletin. *tt10/13/2004
18100110/18/2001628013Information regarding headlight or instrument panel dimming or flicker condition. *tt03/01/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
00651B11/18/200310004201Rear brake light bulb out. *tt11/21/2003
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
0107304/12/2002636530Information clarifying recall 01073 - stop lamps / hazard lamps inoperative. *tt11/09/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
368010016544Automatic headlamp defeat inoperative after bcm replacement. *tt09/20/2005
3317A3317B10013495Headlamps flicker or dim while driving. *tt04/20/2005
03084201009/01/200310004328Daytime running lamp feature cannot be disabled after body control module (bcm)replacement. *tt12/02/2003
03130303/13/200310001913Unable to disable the daytime running lamp feature when following the procedure in the owner's manual. *tt *jb07/25/2003
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
03084200405/01/200310002391Headlamp low beam bulb socket now available for service use. *tt08/27/2003
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
333510017179Supplement to campaign 04087 / screws break in the tail lamp housing. *sc10/26/2005
0408711/01/200410014003Tail lamp that may become inoperative prematurely. *eh04/27/2005
04017A09/29/200410010181Tail lamp/stop lamp(s) may become inoperative. gm administrative message. *nm11/04/2004
1101200211/01/200210009580Servicing the rear tail lamp bulb or socket assembly. *tt10/07/2004
0401708/05/20040401710007440Special policy adjustment - tail lamp/stop lamp inoperative. answers to assist in responding to customer inquiries. *mj this is the first phase which was released june 3, 2004. *tt this is the second phase - phase ii. *tt phase ii06/22/2004
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS - SWITCH
09220309/22/200310005045Tail lamp circuit board part number information. gm voicemail log. *tt01/28/2004
030842006A06/01/2004030842006B10004774Tail lamp circuit board now available for service use. *tt01/07/2004
03084200606/01/200310002867Tail lamp circuit board now available for service use. *tt09/29/2003

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
EA04021GENERAL MOTORS CORP.08/03/200411/04/2004BRAKE LAMP FAILURE04V527000
 Gm states that some brake/tail lamp bulbs can prematurely become inoperative due to malfunctioning brake/tail lamp sockets.on march 2, 2004, gm initiated a 6-year/72,000 mile special policy for 989,487 subject vehicles to inspect and replace the rear brake/tail lamp bulb socket assemblies.on april 4, 2004, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened a preliminary evaluation (pe04-032) based on consumer complaints alleging brake lights not operating when the brake pedal is depressed.on august 3, 2004 odi upgraded pe04-032 to an engineering analysis (ea04-021).by letter dated october 27, 2004 gm notified nhtsa that it will conduct a safety recall (nhtsa # 04v527) covering subject vehicles that were not already repaired under gm's special policy.my 2004 subject vehicles built after august 8, 2003 contain improved brake lamp assemblies and are not included in the recall.gm dealers will install the improved brake lamp assembly on subject vehicles built on august 8, 2003 and earlier.the action taken by gm is sufficient to resolve the issues raised by this investigation.accordingly, this investigation is closed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH
RQ08001GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/200807/09/2008HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE08V231000
 On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v-364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v-364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. on may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v-364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new nhtsa recall number 08v-231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. the remedy part for both 01v-364 and 08v-231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v-364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - UNIT
RQ08001GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/200807/09/2008HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE08V231000
 On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v-364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v-364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. on may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v-364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new nhtsa recall number 08v-231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. the remedy part for both 01v-364 and 08v-231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v-364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06/11/2007
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 oldsmobile bravada. while driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the contact smelled a burning odor. in addition, the headlights operated intermittently when activated at night. there were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic. the technician stated that the failure was related to the wiring system. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic eight times for identical failures, but they still persist. the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. the failure and current mileages were unknown.
01/11/2003409/26/2001
 While driving the left front tire would make a loud noise, thus distracting the consumer. the dealer was been notified. ph the right front tire had a high whistle. the dealer was unable to fix, stating that this happens after the vehicle reaches 20k miles, and greased the axle(s). the light underhood was inoperative. the dealer replaced the underhood light, lamp assembly, (stop), tail, and turn signal light underhood. the outside mirrors would not stay in place. the dealer replaced both modules per bulletin 02-08-64-027/both side mirror actuators. scc
01/01/2002103/29/2001
 Tires are wearing uneven, cannot be balanced. tires were replaced, shocks and struts replaced twice. cv joint was replaced as well. dealer is unable to remedy the problem.*jb oil leaking from front shock, shock was replaced. banging noise on drivers side front when going over bumps. strut was leaking and was replaced. brakes failed while driving resulting in a rear end collison. brake pdal feels mushy. passenger side fog light out. blown fog lamp bulb replaced. replaced failed passenger front turn signal bulb. driver and passenger power mirror will not move left or right. mirror switch replaced. front bumper cover is loose and rattles. grinding, clunking and whining when going over bumps or making turns. steering shaft replaced. transmission leaking. replaced rear main seal, removed 02 sensor and converter due to damage. surging problem with the engine. dealer could not duplicate.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
01/10/2008110/23/2001
 The terminal of the replacement (eiko) tail brake light melted in the socket. the brake light on my 2002 olds bravada went out several days ago. when i replaced the bulb, i noticed it was not burnt out but loose in the socket. i could not get it to fit properly in the socket so decided to replace it. when i pull the bulb out i found that the terminal was melted. i feel this is a severe fire risk. i don't feel confident allowing my wife to drive the vehicle. i have digital pictures of the bulb in question as well as the bulb itself. i did also have the recall pertaining to this : nhtsa campaign id number : 04v527000 completed on the vehicle. *tr
06/08/20051
 Potential defect regarding the brake light on the 2002 oldsmobile bravada.*mr
09/10/2004110/11/2001
 I am the owner of a 2002 oldsmobile bravada. there is a defect in the tail/stop light assembly that causes the bulb to burn out. gm sent me a letter saying that they would repair the defect for 6 years or 72,000 miles, whichever comes first. my car is not quite 3 years old, but hs 114,000 + miles. gm refuses to repair this defect free of charge due to the mileage. i beleve this is a safety related problem, and they should be responsible. if it were only a burned out bulb, i realize that it would be my responsibility. the dealer tells me that if they just replace the bulb, it will continue to fail. thank you for your assistance.*ak
10/21/200110510/21/2001
 Consumer has had multiple, reoccuring problems with new vehicle since first purchased in october 2001. car has been returned to dealer more than 12 times in 18 months and has placed significant burden on the owner. vehicle now has new major mechanical problems with both the engine and transmission. although the vehicle is still under warranty, the large number of persistent problems classifies this vehicle as unreliable and, more importantly, unsafe. owner has contacted dealer regarding a replacement vehicle (lemon law), however the dealership has directed the owner to the maker company (gm/oldsmobile). the maker has responded by insisting that the warranty was designed for such problems and they have referred the owner back to the dealer for continual repairs. in other words, neither the maker nor their representative dealer is willing to assist the owner in resolving the situation. the dealership has since closed due to owner retirement, as well. more than five complaints have been issued to the maker from the owner by either phone, electronically or mail without any positive feeback from the maker or any attempt to rectify the situation. note: the incident date listed here is simply the purchase date - all incidents have been continous and on going since date of purchase.*ak 2 windshield wiper failures repaired under warranty 1st at 3,973 miles 2nd at 11,660 miles. *kmb
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
09/07/200642700111/03/2002
 Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was at the car wash in 2003 there was a water leak on the passenger side. the right power window would not rollup or down and this occurred intermittently. the dealership could not duplicate the problem. two-three weeks ago while trying to get the window to roll down, the engine died suddenly without warning. this was the third time the engine died suddenly. the first was while driving 60 mph on a dry highway. the vehicle was towed to the dealership who could not duplicate the problem. the second time, the vehicle restarted after sitting a short while on the side of the road. the cvcs boots on the front wheels blew and were replaced twice. the headlights were replaced three times.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
11/15/200545300310/29/2004
 Dt: the contact stated this vehicle was under nhtsa recall 04v527000 concerning the rear tail lights . the recall repairs were done. however, vehicle currently experienced the same problems again. contacted the dealership and manufacturer. she was told the repairs will be at contact's expense . *ak
06/26/200337000508/11/2002
 The vehicle had few recalls including inoperative windshield wipers. the back wiper stopped altogether, when making turns the vehicle makes noises and the gauges on the dashboard had gone out and the tail light flickered. *ak recall campaign #04v046000. *sc the passenger seat belt was inoperative. *jb
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
02/12/2003760001206/02/2001
 Intermittent electrical problems emergency flashers comee on sometimes when left turn signal is attempted.almost caused acci.dent during lane change. *ak

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