Buick Recall 15V-519: Exterior lighting – headlights

Affected: 2005–2009 Buick Lacrosse, 2006–2007 Buick Rainier, 2006–2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 6 more. Filed with NHTSA on August 14, 2015, covering about 429,170 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.

The risk

Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign15V-519 (15V519000)
Manufacturer number14291
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentExterior lighting › Headlights
Report dateAugust 14, 2015
Owners notifiedMay 17, 2016
Vehicles affected429,170
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 15V-519 repair free?

Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 429,170 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.