The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, hearses and limousines. The canister purge evaporative emissions harness on these vehicles was misrouted.
The risk
The harness could interfere with the cruise control and throttle linkage preventing return to a closed throttle.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicle for proper routing of the harness, correct as necessary, and install a plastic tie strap to the harness.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-183 (97V183000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Vehicle speed control |
| Report date | October 27, 1997 |
| Owners notified | November 1, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 8,611 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-183 repair free?
Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicle for proper routing of the harness, correct as necessary, and install a plastic tie strap to the harness.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8,611 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.