Cadillac Recall 14V-542: Fuel system, gasoline – fuel pump

Affected: 2004–2007 Cadillac CTS, 2006–2007 Cadillac STS. Filed with NHTSA on September 9, 2014, covering about 10,005 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS-V vehicles manufactured October 6, 2003, to March 15, 2007, and 2006-2007 Cadillac STS-V vehicles manufactured June 23, 2005, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the electrical terminals of the fuel pump module may overheat resulting in the melting of the flange material.

The risk

If the flange melts, a hole may be created allowing the fuel pump to leak fuel, causing the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel module and fuel tank jumper harness, free of charge. GM sent out interim notices in late October. The recall began on March 12, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14405.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign14V-542 (14V542000)
Manufacturer number14405
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentFuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Report dateSeptember 9, 2014
Owners notifiedMarch 12, 2015
Vehicles affected10,005
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 14V-542 repair free?

Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel module and fuel tank jumper harness, free of charge. GM sent out interim notices in late October. The recall began on March 12, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 10,005 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.