Recall 14V341 affects 16,932 2011 Cadillac Cts vehicles because driveshaft vibration can deploy roof rail airbags unexpectedly. Repair is free at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
Cadillac is recalling 16,932 2011 Cts vehicles because drive shaft vibration can make the roll over sensor command the roof rail air bags to deploy without a crash event. Unexpected air bag deployment increases the risk of a crash and occupant injury, and the Cadillac dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The driveshaft on the 2011 Cadillac Cts is the rotating metal shaft that sends engine power through the driveline toward the wheels. The rollover sensor is part of the air bag system, and its job is to detect a rollover-type event so the roof rail air bags deploy when that protection is needed.
In these Cts vehicles, vibration from the driveshaft reaches the rollover sensor. That vibration can make the sensor command the roof rail air bags to deploy even though the vehicle has not rolled over. The failure is in the way the driveline vibration interacts with the air bag sensing system, so the air bags respond to a false signal.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not told to watch for a light, sound, or change in driving feel before the roof rail air bags deploy.
Who's affected?
Both listed component areas are covered for the same vehicle group: the air bag system and driveline.
| 2011 Cadillac Cts | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2011 Cadillac Cts | driveline |
| Units affected | 16,932 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unexpected roof rail air bag deployment can startle the driver and raise the risk of a crash and occupant injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall work when Cadillac makes the repair available and ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle safely before the appointment. Repair will be free at any franchised Cadillac dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Cadillac Cts is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Cadillac dealer about the free rear drive shaft assembly replacement once your VIN is confirmed.
- Reference recall number 14V341 and Cadillac recall 14233 when you call the dealer or Cadillac customer service.
- Schedule the rear drive shaft assembly replacement that stops drive shaft vibration from triggering unexpected roof rail air bag deployment.
- Drive cautiously until the dealer repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The filing lists the remedy as a rear drive shaft assembly replacement by a Cadillac technician. The final dealer repair will be free once it is available for your VIN. That replacement addresses drive shaft vibration linked to unintended roof rail air bag deployment in the affected CTS vehicles. When you call the Cadillac service desk, ask them to confirm campaign 14V341 by VIN and explain whether the repair has opened for your vehicle before you bring it in.
Timeline
| June 19, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 25, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V341?
Recall 14V341 covers 16,932 2011 Cadillac Cts vehicles with a rear drive shaft vibration issue that can cause the roof rail air bags to deploy without a crash. Cadillac dealers will replace the rear drive shaft assembly free of charge.
What should I do if my 2011 Cadillac Cts is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V341. If it is, contact a franchised Cadillac dealer to schedule the rear drive shaft assembly replacement. Reference recall 14V341 or manufacturer recall number 14233 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Cadillac dealer will replace the rear drive shaft assembly free of charge, including covered parts and labor for this recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected roof rail air bag deployment. Drive shaft vibration can command the air bags to deploy even when the vehicle has not crashed, increasing the risk of a crash and injury to occupants. The free dealer repair addresses the drive shaft issue.
What if I bought my Cadillac Cts used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2011 Cadillac Cts is included, then call a franchised Cadillac dealer with recall 14V341.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V341000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-800-458-8006 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V341 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V341000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →