The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-494 (05V494000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 05077 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Report date | October 27, 2005 |
| Owners notified | February 24, 2006 |
| Vehicles affected | 98,007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the locks & latches
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-494 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 98,007 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.