Recall 08V-108: 2008 Cadillac STS

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Mar 11, 2008, covering about 4,586 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-108
Report date
Mar 11, 2008
Vehicles affected
4,586
Owners notified
Mar 18, 2008

The problem

Gm is recalling 4,586 my 2008 cadillac sts and sts-V passenger vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, 'tire pressure monitoring systems' (Tpms). The standard requires an indication to the driver for certain TPMS malfunctions. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light should flash for about one minute and then stay on the remainder of the ignition cycle. A driver information center message will also be displayed on the instrument panel.

The risk

These indications of a system malfunction do not work. Premature tire failure could result in a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the remote control door lock receiver module free of charge. The recall began on march 18, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Notes

Gm recall no. 70340.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentExterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V108000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Cadillac STS2008All 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 08V-108?

Gm is recalling 4,586 my 2008 cadillac sts and sts-V passenger vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, 'tire pressure monitoring systems' (Tpms). The standard requires an indication to the driver for certain TPMS malfunctions. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light should flash for about one minute and then stay on the remainder of the ignition cycle. A driver information center message will also be displayed on the instrument panel.

How is recall 08V-108 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the remote control door lock receiver module free of charge. The recall began on march 18, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

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.