The problem
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Cadillac CT4 and CT5 vehicles. The roof rail side-curtain air bags may not have been installed correctly, which could result in an improper air bag deployment during a crash.
The risk
Air bags that do not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect both left and right-side roof rail air bags and reinstall the air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212342780.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-611 (21V611000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N212342780 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window › Curtain |
| Report date | August 5, 2021 |
| Owners notified | August 30, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 34,157 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-611 repair free?
Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect both left and right-side roof rail air bags and reinstall the air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2021. 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 34,157 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.