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2012 Cadillac CTS recall: vacuum

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on November 2, 2011. It covers about 674 vehicles.

vehicles affected
674
reported
Nov 2, 2011
owners notified
Nov 2, 2011
related complaints
9

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum

What is wrong
Gm is recalling certain model year 2012 cadillac cts vehicles manufactured from october 21, 2011, through october 26, 2011. These vehicles may have a condition in which the power vacuum brake boost pushrod retention nut may not be torqued to the proper specification. If the nut is not torqued to the proper specification, the nut could loosen and allow the pushrod to separate from the brake pedal.
Risk
This could result in a loss of ability to brake and a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Cadillac dealers will inspect the power vacuum brake boost pushrod retention nut, and if necessary, torque the nut to the proper specification. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 1, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑800‑458‑8006.

Recall number 11V536000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about brakes problems.

2012 Cadillac CTS

Questions about recall 11V536000

Is there a recall on the 2012 Cadillac CTS vacuum?

Yes. Recall 11V536000, reported on November 2, 2011, covers about 674 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V536000?

Cadillac dealers will inspect the power vacuum brake boost pushrod retention nut, and if necessary, torque the nut to the proper specification. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 1, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑800‑458‑8006.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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