NHTSA Recall 18V437000: Latch strap (child seat) and mid/rear assembly (seats)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22,043 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Cadillac CT6.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V437000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18228 |
| Components | CHILD SEAT › LATCH STRAP; SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | June 28, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 3, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Safety risk
If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 18228.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V437000
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.