NHTSA Recall 26V329000: Inflator module (air bags)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,014 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Cadillac ATS.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V329000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N262555870 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | May 21, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 16, 2027 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Safety risk
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V329000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac ATS | 2015, 2016 |
| Cadillac CTS | 2015, 2016 |
| Cadillac Escalade | 2015 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 2015 |
| Cadillac SRX | 2015, 2016 |
| Cadillac XTS | 2015 |
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.