There have been 4 safety recalls for the Cadillac XLR. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Cadillac XLR.
If this were to occur, the driver would notice that the arrow in the instrument panel would flash faster than normal when the turn signal is activated. The loss of the drl and turn signals could fail to warn others of the driver's presence or intentions and could lead to a vehicle crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2004 Cadillac XLR, 2005 Cadillac XLR |
| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL |
| Recall Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the daylight running lights (drl), turn signal, and parking lamps use the same bulb. The bulb may become damaged from vibration within a loose fitting socket or air entering the bulb due to an inadequate seal.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If this were to occur, greater brake pedal force and a longer distance may be required to stop the vehicle.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2004 Cadillac SRX, 2004 Cadillac XLR, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix |
| Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Recall Summary: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, 'accelerator control systems. ' if one of the two accelerator pedal return springs fails and the temperature is -22 degrees f to -40 degrees f, the engine may not return to idle within ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the brake fluid boils in a rear brake line, the effectiveness of the rear brake system would be reduced which could result in a brake line leak and loss of brake fluid. If enough fluid leaks from the rear brake system so that brake pedal application can no longer build pressure to the rear brakes. The operator of the vehicle will experience limited braking which could result in a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2004 Cadillac XLR, 2005 Cadillac XLR, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Recall Summary: Certain passenger vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe. The brake fluid could reach elevated temperatures and boil. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the control arm separates from the knuckle, the affected corner of the vehicle will drop and the control arm would be forced downward, contacting the wheel. The affected wheel could tilt outward and create a dragging action that would tend to slow the vehicle and create a tendency for the vehicle to turn in the direction of the affected wheel. In extreme situations, the affected wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle. Separation of the wheel assembly would also sever that wheel;s hydraulic brake hose and result in diminished braking performance of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2004 Cadillac CTS, 2004 Cadillac SRX, 2004 Cadillac XLR, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette |
| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES |
| Recall Summary: On certain passenger vehicles involved in this campaign, the lower control arm ball stud nut/washer assemblies with washers were made of the wrong material. The washers may fracture and become loose or fall away from the vehicle, reducing clamp load.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Jul. 19, 2006 | Exterior Lighting:turn Signal | 7,689 |
| Feb. 9, 2005 | Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal | 19,924 |
| Nov. 3, 2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 5,225 |
| Jun. 9, 2004 | Steering:linkages | 41,928 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2 |
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 4 |