Buick Recall 05V-035: Visibility – windshield

Affected: 2005 Buick Rainier, 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 2005 GMC Envoy and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on February 3, 2005, covering about 17,815 vehicles.

The problem

Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, 'windshield mounting.' the windshield urethane bead May not have adhered to the body in certain areas during the cure process.

The risk

If a crash occurs, the windshield May not be retained, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

The fix

Dealers will replace the windshield free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2005. Owners May contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign05V-035 (05V035000)
Manufacturer number05002
ManufacturerIsuzu Motors Limited
ComponentVisibility › Windshield
Report dateFebruary 3, 2005
Owners notifiedMarch 10, 2005
Vehicles affected17,815
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 05V-035 repair free?

Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the windshield free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2005. Owners May contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 17,815 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.