Recall 03V-115: 2003 Cadillac CTS

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Mar 24, 2003, covering about 47,835 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-115
Report date
Mar 24, 2003
Vehicles affected
47,835
Owners notified
Mar 20, 2003

The problem

Some passenger vehicles have a condition in which the intermediate steering shaft bolt may be loose.

The risk

An improperly tightened bolt could loosen, resulting in separation of the upper and lower steering shafts causing a loss of vehicle control. If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could result without prior warning.

The fix

Dealers will inspect for the presence of the intermediate steering shaft bolt and ensure that it is tightened to the proper specification. Owner notification began march 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.

Notes

Gm recall no. 03017.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V115000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Cadillac CTS2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-115?

Some passenger vehicles have a condition in which the intermediate steering shaft bolt may be loose.

How is recall 03V-115 fixed?

Dealers will inspect for the presence of the intermediate steering shaft bolt and ensure that it is tightened to the proper specification. Owner notification began march 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.