NHTSA Recall 75V016000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 234,278 vehicles. It affects 1974 Cadillac Cadillac.
| NHTSA campaign | 75V016000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH |
| Report received | January 3, 1975 |
| Owner notification | February 5, 1975 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Not provided.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Not provided.
Notes
Cadillac campaign no 75-c-2.all series and commercial chassis.possibilitythat the secondary hood latch may not engage if vehicle is driven with theprimary hood latch not engaged or inadvertently released.under theseconditions the hood could open to a position that could obstruct the driver'svision.(correct by inspecting and adjusting secondary hood latch to properengagement).
Vehicles covered by recall 75V016000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Cadillac | 1974 |
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.