NHTSA Recall 11V149000: Electrical heating element (visibility)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,179 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Buick Lacrosse.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V149000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11057 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM › WINDSHIELD › ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT |
| Report received | March 4, 2011 |
| Owner notification | March 11, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 buick lacrosse and cadillac srx vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems". On these vehicles, the software in the electronic climate control (ecc) module may disable the ability to adjust the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system settings. If this happens, the driver will not be able to control the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle.
Safety risk
If this condition affects the defrost system when it is required, it may decrease the driver's visibility, and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ecc module free of charge. The safety recall began on march 11, 2011. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes
General motors safety recall no. 11057.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V149000
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.