2013 CADILLAC XTS RECALL - #12V525000
RECALL FOR SEATS : MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured from October 12, 2011, through August 30, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202, "Head Restraints." The rear seat head restraints may not lock in the upright position after being folded forward. If the head restriant is at its lowest position and it falls forward, it will not meet the height required by the standard.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2013 CADILLAC XTS |
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| Manufacturer |
General Motors LLC |
| Manufactured between |
10/12/2011 - 8/30/2012 |
| Recalled on |
11/6/2012 |
| Influenced by |
General Motors LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
12/4/2012 |
| # Affected |
12,626 |
| Recalled for |
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
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| Description |
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured from October 12, 2011, through August 30, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202, "Head Restraints." The rear seat head restraints may not lock in the upright position after being folded forward. If the head restriant is at its lowest position and it falls forward, it will not meet the height required by the standard. |
| Consequences |
In the event of a vehicle crash, the lowered head restraint may increase the occupant's risk of neck injury. |
| Corrective action |
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the head restraints, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2012. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-458-8006. |
| Notes |
This is General Motors' recall number 12258.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2013 CADILLAC XTS Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2013 CADILLAC XTS Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BRAKE LIGHTS
2013 CADILLAC XTS Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, POWER ASSIST, VACUUM, HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
2013 CADILLAC XTS Recall for AIR BAGS, FRONTAL, SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
2013 CADILLAC XTS Recall for PARKING BRAKE
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