The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems" the requirements for location and instructions for properly attaching child restraints. The owner manual in these vehicles indicate the incorrect seat locations with upper and lower tether anchors, and provide incorrect installation instructions for the top tether anchorage.
The risk
Improper use of child restraint anchorage could result in personal injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
Dealers will mail an owner's manual update that describes the location and proper use of the tether anchors. The recall began on April 15, 2005. Owners May contact GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-127 (05V127000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 05040 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | March 31, 2005 |
| Owners notified | April 15, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,536 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-127 repair free?
Yes. GMC dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will mail an owner's manual update that describes the location and proper use of the tether anchors. The recall began on April 15, 2005. Owners May contact 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 2,536 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.