Shift lever position indicator illumination
Defect Summary
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock and transmission braking effect." under certain vehicle starting conditions, the shift lever position indicator located in the instrument panel cluster may not illuminate. if the shift lever position indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear the vehicle is in.
Safety Consequence
The vehicle may move in an unintended direction resulting in possible injury to others outside of the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster free of charge. the recall began on february 14, 2005. owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 05V055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V055000?
NHTSA recall 05V055000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on February 14, 2005. It addresses: Shift lever position indicator illumination. The recall affects approximately 7,194 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V055000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05023. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.