Recall 11V536000: Brake Booster Pushrod Nut Torque

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Cadillac/CTS 2012

MANUFACTURER: General Motors LLC.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: November 02, 2011

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V536000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Power Assist: Vacuum

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 674

SUMMARY:
GM is recalling certain model year 2012 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured from October 21, 2011, through October 26, 2011. These vehicles may have a condition in which the power vacuum brake boost pushrod retention nut may not be torqued to the proper specification. If the nut is not torqued to the proper specification, the nut could loosen and allow the pushrod to separate from the brake pedal.

CONSEQUENCE:
This could result in a loss of ability to brake and a vehicle crash without prior warning.

REMEDY:
Cadillac dealers will inspect the power vacuum brake boost pushrod retention nut, and if necessary, torque the nut to the proper specification. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on November 1, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.

NOTES:
GM'S safety recall campaign number is 11318. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.