The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·15V358000·Announced 2015-06-09

GM Recalls 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS for Brake Pedal Bracket Fracture

General Motors is recalling 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles because a brake pedal bracket may fracture, preventing the driver from applying the brakes.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that could result in a complete loss of braking capability, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

General Motors LLC is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the bracket located between the brake pedal assembly and the rod that actuates the brakes. This bracket may fracture during normal brake pedal operation.

If the bracket fractures, the driver would not be able to apply the brakes, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on July 6, 2015.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected bracket free of charge. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
CADILLAC CTS, ATS
Brand
CADILLAC
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
2,163

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • CTS
  • ATS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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