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2015–2016 Cadillac ATS, Cadillac CTS, Cadillac Escalade +more: Air Bags recall

NHTSA campaign 26V329000 · 5,014 units potentially affected · filed May 21, 2026

What's wrong

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.

Why it matters

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V329000
Manufacturer no.
N262555870
Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Units affected
5,014
Report received
May 21, 2026
Owner letters
Aug 16, 2027
Type
Vehicle

Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.

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