Recall number R/2004/185

Recall reference

R/2004/185

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2004-11-26

Reason for concern

POSSIBILITY THAT THE ECL WILL NOT PERFORM NORMALLY

Reason for recall

The vehicle uses an Electronic Column Lock (ECL) to prevent the steering wheel being turned when the ignition key is removed. It has been identified that the following two conditions could prevent the correct operation of the steering lock. 1.If the Power-train Control module suffers low voltage or an interruption whilst the engine is being cranked the vehicle can be driven with the steering locked. 2. During quick cranking the ECL lock pins may not fully withdraw which will result in either a noise or rattle or if there is insufficient clearance the steering wheel will not turn. If one of these conditions occurs directional control will be affected.

Remedy

Recall and rework affected vehicles

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local CADILLAC dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official CADILLAC service.

CADILLAC Reference ID

04006a

Number of affected CADILLAC cars

105