Your vehicle's transmission shift cable connects the gear selector on your shifter to the transmission. In some 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS and 2014 CTS models, this cable might come loose from its brackets.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cable detaches, you could accidentally shift into the wrong gear while driving, losing control of your vehicle. When you park, your transmission might not fully engage, and your car could roll away, putting you and others at risk of getting hurt.
Free Fix
Your Cadillac dealer will double-check that the cable is securely attached to the transmission and shifter brackets, at no cost to you. This fix is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
The rear defroster in your ATS sedan is controlled by a small coil that helps the system work. In some 2013-2016 models, this coil can get too hot if it's used too much or is stuck in an 'on' position.
Risk if Unfixed
If the coil overheats, it could cause a fire, which could damage your vehicle and put you at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your Cadillac dealer will update your car's climate control system to prevent the defroster from running continuously, and they'll do it for free.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS sedan vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to September 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the coil antenna module that powers the rear defogger system may generate excessive heat due to excessive cycling or continuous operation.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the Electronic Climate Control module to remove the automatic rear defogger "on" function, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15299.
The sun/moon roof assembly in your Cadillac ATS is the part that opens and closes the roof. In some 2013-2016 models, the switch that controls it might be too easy to press by accident, causing the roof to shut unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the roof closes while someone's head is outside the vehicle, it could hit their head, causing injury. You could also be startled and lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to an accident.
Free Fix
Your Cadillac dealer will replace the switch plate to make it harder to accidentally press, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible, once you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, to June 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience the roof panel closing automatically when the non-recessed switches are pressed and the roof panel is open. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Because the switch is not recessed, the roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed resulting in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the roof console accessory switch trim plate, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15568. Note this recall supersedes 15V-106.
The seat hook on your vehicle is a crucial part that keeps your front seat in place. In some 2013-2015 models, this hook might not be properly attached, which could cause the seat to shift around during a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat isn't secured, you could be at risk of serious injury in a car accident. A loose seat could hit you or someone else, causing harm.
Free Fix
Your dealership will inspect the seat hook and replace the lower seat track if needed – all for free. You'll get a notice when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. Due to an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly, the front seats in the affected vehicles may not stay secured in place during a high load condition such as a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14340.
