Rear window glass may exceed fragment weight
Defect Summary
Vitro automotriz, s.a. De c.v. (vitro) is recalling certain various aftermarket replacement rear window glass (backlites), sold for use in various ford, chevrolet, gmc, isuzu, oldsmobile, buick, saab, chrysler, dodge, ram, volkswagen, mazda, mercury, pontiac, nissan, toyota, honda, jeep, navistar, international, saturn, scion, cadillac, lincoln, infiniti, and hyundai vehicles including passenger cars, pick-up trucks, suv's, and heavy duty vehicles. for a full list of vehicles affected please see: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/rmisc-19e052-0438.pdf due to improper tempering, in the event of a rear window glass breaking, the resulting fragments may not be small enough. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 205, "glazing materials."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, larger glass pieces may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Vitro will notify distributors and owners, and replace the rear window glasses, free of charge. the recall began november 18, 2019. owners may contact vitro customer service at 1-818-863-1524. vitro's number for this recall is dot287.
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FAQ: Recall 19E052000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19E052000?
NHTSA recall 19E052000 was issued by Cristales Inastillables De Mexico on July 31, 2019. It addresses: Rear window glass may exceed fragment weight. The recall affects approximately 47,366 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Cristales Inastillables De Mexico dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19E052000 or the manufacturer campaign number DOT287. 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.