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Cadillac Cts-V Recall 20V038: Rear Differential Pins Can Break, Locking Rear Wheels

NHTSA campaign 20V038, reported January 23, 2020, 2,866 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2014-2015 Cadillac CTS-V Sport vehicles with 3.6L twin-turbo V6 engines may have roll pins in the rear-axle differential that can fracture.

If a roll pin breaks while the vehicle is moving, the rear wheels may lock up, and the driver could lose control of the vehicle, raising the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange a repair promptly.

GM will notify affected owners. The repair is free: an authorized dealer will repair or replace the rear-axle differential at no cost. You can contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, and you should check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V038General Motors LLC
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Cadillac CTS-V Sport vehicles equipped with 3.6L Twin Turbo V6 engines. The roll pins in the rear-axle differential may fracture.
Risk
If the roll pins fracture while the vehicle is in motion, the rear wheels may lock up and the driver can lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the rear axle differential, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2020. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N192279370.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Cadillac Cts-V20142015