The problem
Certain conversion vans built on GMC/Chevrolet chassis fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment." the housing lens of the center high mounted stop lamp does not allow enough light to emit from the lamp.
The risk
Following vehicles May not be fully informed of vehicle braking. Rear-end collisions and injury to occupants May occur.
The fix
Santa fe is working with audiovox to replace the center high-mounted brake lamp assembly. Owners May contact santa fe at 1-800-274-1886 or asa at 1-574-266-3172.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-530 (05V530000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | VCCBLCHV |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting |
| Report date | November 7, 2005 |
| Owners notified | November 2, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 3 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-530 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Santa fe is working with audiovox to replace the center high-mounted brake lamp assembly. Owners May contact santa fe at 1-800-274-1886 or asa at 1-574-266-3172.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3 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.