General Motors LLC is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured October
— Recall Campaign #14V341000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured October 18, 2010, to June 2, 2011. In the affected vehicles, vibrations from the drive shaft may cause the vehicle's roll over sensor to command the roof rail air bags to deploy.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 16,932 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V341000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 19, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V341000 |
| Units affected: | 16,932 |
- Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured October 18, 2010, to June 2, 2011. In the affected vehicles, vibrations from the drive shaft may cause the vehicle's roll over sensor to command the roof rail air bags to deploy.
- Consequeces:
- If the roof rail air bags deploy unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of crash and injury to the occupants.
- Corrective action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear drive shaft assembly, free of charge. General Motors distributed an interim letter to owners on August 27, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14233.
- Notes:
- 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.