Recall 06V-007: 2006 Cadillac STS

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jan 13, 2006, covering about 1,327 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-007
Report date
Jan 13, 2006
Vehicles affected
1,327
Owners notified
Jan 24, 2006

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with all wheel drive and a 3.6l v6 engine, the torque monitoring functions of the electronic throttle control (Etc) are not enabled. These functions can limit engine speed and torque if unusual engine control module (Ecm) hardware or software failures occur.

The risk

Without these functions enabled, a persistent ECM failure could result in a throttle opening greater than commanded by the driver and a crash could occur.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the ECM on these vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2006. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

Notes

Gm recall no. 06502.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V007000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Cadillac STS2006All 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 06V-007?

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with all wheel drive and a 3.6l v6 engine, the torque monitoring functions of the electronic throttle control (Etc) are not enabled. These functions can limit engine speed and torque if unusual engine control module (Ecm) hardware or software failures occur.

How is recall 06V-007 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the ECM on these vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2006. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

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.