Recall 26V329000: 2015–2016 Cadillac ATS, 2015–2016 Cadillac CTS, 2015 Cadillac Escalade +3 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 21, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 5,014
- Models
- 6
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
The risk
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Cadillac ATS
- 2016 Cadillac ATS
- 2015 Cadillac CTS
- 2016 Cadillac CTS
- 2015 Cadillac Escalade
- 2015 Cadillac Escalade ESV
- 2015 Cadillac SRX
- 2016 Cadillac SRX
- 2015 Cadillac XTS
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V329000
- Manufacturer campaign
- N262555870
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Owner letters
- Aug 16, 2027
- Components
- Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module (Airbags)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology