Component
AIR BAGS
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your 2011 Cadillac CTS has a problem with its air bag system. The drive shaft vibrations may trigger the roof rail air bags to deploy, which can be a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bags deploy unexpectedly, you're at a higher risk of being hurt in a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! You'll get a notification from GM, and a dealership will replace the rear drive shaft assembly at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the roof rail air bags deploy unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of crash and injury to the occupants.
Original — Remedy
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.
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