NHTSA Recall 12V525000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,626 vehicles. It affects 2013 Cadillac XTS.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V525000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12258 |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 31, 2012 |
| Owner notification | December 4, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured from October 12, 2011, through August 30, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202, "Head Restraints." The rear seat head restraints may not lock in the upright position after being folded forward. If the head restriant is at its lowest position and it falls forward, it will not meet the height required by the standard.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the lowered head restraint may increase the occupant's risk of neck injury.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the head restraints, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2012. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-458-8006.
Notes
This is General Motors' recall number 12258.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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V525000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac XTS | 2013 |
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.