Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V156000 Reported April 20, 2005

Brake pedal pushrod retainer

General Motors, Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 61,594 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V156000
Manufacturer Campaign
05038
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
61,594
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 20, 2005

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the clip that secures the brake pushrod to the brake pedal arm pin could have been bent when it was installed. a bent clip may come off, allowing the brake booster pushrod to separate from the brake pedal.

Safety Consequence

Pushing on the pedal will not apply the brakes and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new brake pedal push rod bushing and retaining clip and, if the clip was missing, a new brake pedal arm assembly free of charge. the recall began on april 26, 2005. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 05V156000 or campaign 05038.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V156000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V156000?

NHTSA recall 05V156000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 20, 2005. It addresses: Brake pedal pushrod retainer. The recall affects approximately 61,594 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V156000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05038. 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.