Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles, A Structural Support At The Latch Attachment In The Rear Liftgate May Be Inadequate To Retain The Latch To The Liftgate In Certain Severe Vehicle Crash Events.
Make Of Vehicle
BUICK
Model Of Vehicle
RENDEZVOUS
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
04V150000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
Effect Of Defect
If The Liftgate Were To Open In A Vehicle Crash, An Occupant Could Be Ejected From The Vehicle Resulting In Increased Risk Of Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Add Structural Reinforcements To The Liftgate In The Area Adjoining The Latch Assembly. Owner Notification Schedule Began On June 21, 2004. Owners Should Contact Buick At 1-866-608-8080. This Is An Expansion To A Previous Recall (03V211).
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20020901
End Of Manufacture
20030531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
103956
Date Owners Notified
20040621
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20040329
Make Campaign Number
3030