Defect Description For Recall
General Motors Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Cadillac Xts Vehicles Manufactured From October 12, 2011, Through August 30, 2012, For Failing To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202, “Head Restraints.” The Rear Seat Head Restraints May Not Lock In The Upright Position After Being Folded Forward. If The Head Restriant Is At Its Lowest Position And It Falls Forward, It Will Not Meet The Height Required By The Standard.
Make Of Vehicle
CADILLAC
Model Of Vehicle
XTS
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
12V525000
Component Description
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Vehicle Crash, The Lowered Head Restraint May Increase The Occupant’S Risk Of Neck Injury.
Fix Defect
General Motors Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Head Restraints, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On December 4, 2012. Owners May Contact General Motors At 1-800-458-8006.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20111012
End Of Manufacture
20120830
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
12626
Date Owners Notified
20121204
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20121031
Make Campaign Number
12258
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
202