NHTSA Recall 18V595000: Seat heater/cooler (seats)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 52,867 vehicles. It affects 2014–2016 Cadillac CTS.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V595000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18286 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| Report received | September 7, 2018 |
| Owner notification | November 1, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.
Safety risk
In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn on automatically when the vehicle is remotely started. If a damaged seat heater is turned on while no one is inside the vehicle, the damaged seat heater can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the body control module, disabling the automatic activation of the heated seat when the vehicle is remotely started, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for the recall is 18286.
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 18V595000
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.