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ModerateNHTSA·22V392000·Announced 2022-02-06

2022 Cadillac XT6 brake fluid reservoir cap warning label missing

General Motors is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles because the brake fluid reservoir cap may be missing its required warning label. Without the label, brake fluid could become contaminated with debris, affecting brake performance.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a missing warning label on a brake fluid reservoir cap, which is a labeling or documentation issue rather than a structural defect. No injuries or illnesses have been reported, and the hazard is theoretical. Missing labeling qualifies as Moderate (score 2) under the rubric.

Plain-English summary

General Motors is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir cap on these vehicles may be missing the warning label required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135.

Without the warning label, drivers may unknowingly allow brake fluid to become contaminated with debris, which can degrade brake performance and increase the risk of a crash.

The recall affects 237 vehicles. Owners should contact their Cadillac dealer or call General Motors at 1-800-458-8006. Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
2022 CADILLAC XT6
Brand
CADILLAC
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
  • labeling-defect
  • brake-contamination
  • crash-risk
Affected units
237

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 (1)

  • XT6

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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