NHTSA Campaign #18V595000

2014–2016 Cadillac CTS Recall

Seats: Front Assembly: Seat Heater/cooler

Issued July 9, 2018 · Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Affected model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Vehicles affected: 52,867
Report received: July 9, 2018

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.

Consequence

In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn on automatically when the vehicle is remotely started. If a damaged seat heater is turned on while no one is inside the vehicle, the damaged seat heater can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the body control module, disabling the automatic activation of the heated seat when the vehicle is remotely started, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for the recall is 18286.

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.