The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured June 10, 2013, through February 26, 2014. If the vehicle is turned off with wiper functionality left on and the wipers then become restricted, such as when covered in ice or snow, and the vehicle's battery goes dead and needs to be jump started, upon being jump started, the wipers will be inoperative.
The risk
An inoperative windshield wiper system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2104. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14157.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-253 (14V253000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 14157 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor |
| Report date | May 15, 2014 |
| Owners notified | July 14, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 19,225 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-253 repair free?
Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2104. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14157.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 19,225 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.