Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a problem with the transmission shift cable, which connects the gear shift to the transmission. This cable could detach from its brackets, causing problems with shifting gears.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cable detaches, you might accidentally shift into the wrong gear while driving, which could lead to a crash. Even if you think you put the car in park, it might not actually be in park, and the car could roll away and hurt you or others.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! You'll get a notice from GM, and the dealership will inspect and fix the issue at no cost to you. They'll make sure the cable is securely attached to its brackets, so you can drive safely.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to March 20, 2014, and 2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured June 10, 2013, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from either the bracket on the transmission shifter or the bracket on the transmission.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission shift cable detaches while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the 'PARK' position, the transmission may not be in 'PARK.' If the vehicle is not in the 'PARK' position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure the cable is properly seated at the transmission and shifter brackets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early August 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14179.
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