Is the 2003 CADILLAC CTS safe to drive?

The 2003 CADILLAC CTS has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 03V115000

Critical Plain English 2003-03-24

What This Recall Means

Component

STEERING

What Happened

Your vehicle may have a loose bolt in the steering shaft, which could cause problems with the steering.

Risk if Unfixed

If the bolt comes loose, it could cause the steering to fail while driving, leading to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Take your vehicle to an authorized dealership at your earliest convenience and they will inspect and tighten the bolt for free.

Affected Vehicles

2003 CADILLAC CTS

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #03V115000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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