Cadillac is recalling more than 20,000 CTS all-wheel-drive and CTS-V models from the 2009-2010 model years because of a defective knee bolster on the front passenger side, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In an accident, the front passenger’s legs could be injured if he or she is small; not wearing a safety belt and the seat is adjusted to the full forward position.
A contractor for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration conducted a frontal barrier test last April and concluded that the limit of 1,530 pounds on the right femur was exceeded by 1%.
GM objected to the test results.
Another test in August showed a 3% violation of the required Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, promoting recalls
Dealers will replace the glove compartment assembly and, in some vehicles, modify the instrument panel magnesium beam, which sounds like a complex repair, potentially damaging repair. This tear up will be performed free of charge as required by U.S. law.
Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 about GM safety recall number N100292.
Owners may also contact NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. NHTSA Campaign ID number 10V414000.
