Cadillac Recall 06V-263: Exterior lighting – turn signal

Affected: 2004–2005 Cadillac XLR. Filed with NHTSA on July 19, 2006, covering about 7,689 vehicles.

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, the daylight running lights (drl), turn signal, and parking lamps use the same bulb. The bulb May become damaged from vibration within a loose fitting socket or air entering the bulb due to an inadequate seal. Both of these conditions will cause the bulb to burn out prematurely.

The risk

If this were to occur, the driver would notice that the arrow in the instrument panel would flash faster than normal when the turn signal is activated. The loss of the drl and turn signals could fail to warn others of the driver's presence or intentions and could lead to a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the socket and bulb in both lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners May contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign06V-263 (06V263000)
Manufacturer number06013
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentExterior lighting › Turn signal
Report dateJuly 19, 2006
Owners notifiedJuly 31, 2006
Vehicles affected7,689
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 06V-263 repair free?

Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the socket and bulb in both lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2006. Owners May contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,689 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.