Cadillac Recall 07V-589: Power train – seal

Affected: 2005–2007 Cadillac CTS, 2005–2007 Cadillac SRX, 2005–2007 Cadillac STS and 2 more. Filed with NHTSA on December 20, 2007, covering about 275,936 vehicles.

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and May experience a fluid leak.

The risk

A rear differential failure May cause loss of motive power and possibly loss of control increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2008. Owners May contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006 or http://www.Cadillac.com; Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.Pontiac.com; and Saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or http://www.Saturn.com.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign07V-589 (07V589000)
Manufacturer number07204
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentPower train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal
Report dateDecember 20, 2007
Owners notifiedFebruary 8, 2008
Vehicles affected275,936
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 07V-589 repair free?

Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2008. Owners May contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006 or http://www.Cadillac.com; Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.Pontiac.com; and Saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or…

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 275,936 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.