NHTSA vehicle safety data
2015 Cadillac Cts
The 2015 Cadillac Cts has 2 NHTSA recalls and 46 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Cadillac dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2015 Cadillac Cts, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
NHTSA #18V595000Reported September 7, 2018 · General Motors LLC
Defect description
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.
Safety 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.
Free manufacturer 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA #15V358000Reported June 9, 2015 · General Motors LLC
Defect description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles. The affected vehicles have a bracket between the brake pedal assembly and the rod that actuates the brakes that may fracture during normal brake pedal operation.
Safety consequence
If the bracket fractures, the driver would not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected bracket, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15352.
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.