Buick Recall 07V-468: Structure – roof and pillars

Affected: 2007 Buick Lucerne, 2007 Cadillac CTS. Filed with NHTSA on October 4, 2007, covering about 16,677 vehicles.

The problem

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 118, 'power operated window, partition, and roof panel systems.' under the standard, the sunroof May only be closed when the ignition is on, or after the ignition is turned off, but before either of the front doors are opened. The affected vehicles May exhibit a condition where the sunroof can be closed after the ignition is turned off and the doors are opened.

The risk

This standard specifies requirements for power operated window, partition, and roof panel systems to minimize the likelihood of death or injury from their accidental operation.

The fix

Dealers will install a wire harness. The recall began on May 29, 2008. Owners May contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign07V-468 (07V468000)
Manufacturer number07149
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentStructure › Body › Roof and pillars
Report dateOctober 4, 2007
Owners notifiedMay 29, 2008
Vehicles affected16,677
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the body & structure

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 07V-468 repair free?

Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a wire harness. The recall began on May 29, 2008. 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 16,677 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.