Recall 10V105 affects 139,131 2003-2007 Cadillac Cts vehicles for corroded front brake hose fittings. Repair is free at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
Cadillac recall 10V105 covers 139,131 2003-2007 Cts vehicles originally sold in or registered in listed road-salt states because the front brake hose fitting at the caliper can corrode and leak. A sudden rupture leaves no warning sign, increases stopping distance, and raises crash risk; the Cadillac dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front brake hose on 2003-2007 Cadillac Cts vehicles is a flexible line that carries pressurized brake fluid to the front brake caliper. The caliper uses that fluid pressure to squeeze the brake pads against the rotor, so the hose and its metal fitting have to stay sealed under braking pressure.
In this recall, the problem is at the brake hose fitting where it meets the caliper. Snow or water mixed with road salt or other contaminants can enter the routing sleeve and stay trapped there. That trapped moisture corrodes the fitting. If the corrosion becomes heavy enough, the brake hose-to-tube connection can leak brake fluid.
There is no warning sign before failure. If a leak starts, the owner can notice brake fluid near a front wheel, a softer brake pedal, or reduced braking response, but the recall filing does not identify an earlier warning sign.
Who's affected?
Covers the Cts across the 2003-2007 scope, with each listed year tied to the same hydraulic brake hose component.
| 2004 Cadillac Cts | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| 2003 Cadillac Cts | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2005 Cadillac Cts | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2006 Cadillac Cts | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2007 Cadillac Cts | hydraulic brake hose |
| Units affected | 139,131 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
The brake hose and tube connection can rupture without warning. If it fails, stopping distance increases and crash risk rises because the vehicle needs more room to stop. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the recall repair soon and avoid unnecessary driving until the dealer repairs it. Repair will be free at any franchised Cadillac dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2007 Cadillac Cts is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Cadillac dealer and ask about the free front brake hose replacement for recall number 10V105.
- Tell the dealer the recall covers brake hose fittings that corrode and leak, increasing stopping distance.
- Bring the recall notice if Cadillac mailed one. If not, give the dealer your VIN and recall number 10V105.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Cadillac technician replaces both front brake hose assemblies, including the hose fittings at the calipers where corrosion can lead to a brake fluid leak. The recall remedy was expected to begin in May 2010, and the dealer repair is free once available. Parts and labor are covered under recall 10V105. The service desk can confirm whether the repair is open for your VIN and schedule the brake hose replacement through a Cadillac dealer.
Timeline
| March 17, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 4, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V105?
Recall 10V105 covers 139,131 2003-2007 Cadillac Cts vehicles with front brake hose fittings that can corrode in road-salt states. If corrosion becomes severe, the brake hose-tube interface can leak or rupture, increasing stopping distance and crash risk. Cadillac dealers replace both front brake hose assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2003-2007 Cadillac Cts is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cadillac Cts is included in recall 10V105. If it is, contact a franchised Cadillac dealer to schedule replacement of both front brake hose assemblies. Reference NHTSA campaign 10V105 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Cadillac dealers replace both front brake hose assemblies free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 10V105.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance from a sudden rupture at the front brake hose-tube interface. The defect involves corrosion at the front brake hose fitting near the caliper. If the hose-tube interface ruptures, braking performance is reduced and crash risk increases.
Are there warning signs before the brake hose fails?
There is no warning sign before failure listed in recall 10V105. The front brake hose-tube interface can rupture suddenly after corrosion develops. If your VIN is included, arrange the free Cadillac dealer repair and avoid delaying brake service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V105000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-866-982-2339 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V105 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V105000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →