Recalls for 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Posted on: 2004-11-03
Description
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.  

Consequence
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.  

Corrective Action
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).

DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

Posted on: 2005-05-05
Description
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.

Consequence
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.  

Corrective Action
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.