NHTSA Recall 03V115000: Steering
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 47,835 vehicles. It affects 2003 Cadillac CTS.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V115000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03017 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | March 24, 2003 |
| Owner notification | March 20, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Some passenger vehicles have a condition in which the intermediate steering shaft bolt may be loose.
Safety risk
An improperly tightened bolt could loosen, resulting in separation of the upper and lower steering shafts causing a loss of vehicle control. If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could result without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for the presence of the intermediate steering shaft bolt and ensure that it is tightened to the proper specification. Owner notification began march 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Notes
GM recall no. 03017.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V115000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.