Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, The Daylight Running Lights (Drl), Turn Signal, And Parking Lamps Use The Same Bulb. The Bulb May Become Damaged From Vibration Within A Loose Fitting Socket Or Air Entering The Bulb Due To An Inadequate Seal. Both Of These Conditions Will Cause The Bulb To Burn Out Prematurely.
Make Of Vehicle
CADILLAC
Model Of Vehicle
XLR
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
06V263000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
Effect Of Defect
If This Were To Occur, The Driver Would Notice That The Arrow In The Instrument Panel Would Flash Faster Than Normal When The Turn Signal Is Activated. The Loss Of The Drl And Turn Signals Could Fail To Warn Others Of The Driver’S Presence Or Intentions And Could Lead To A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Socket And Bulb In Both Lamps Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 31, 2006. Owners May Contact Cadillac At 1-866-982-2339.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20050401
End Of Manufacture
20050630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7689
Date Owners Notified
20060731
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20060719
Make Campaign Number
6013