Recall 14V446 covers 124,007 2013-2015 Cadillac vehicles for incomplete front-seat bracket welds that leave seats unsecured in crashes. Free repair at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
Cadillac is recalling 124,007 2013-2015 Ats, Encore, Silverado, Cts, Elr, Sierra, Caprice, and Cheverolet SS vehicles because an incomplete weld in the seat hook bracket assembly can leave front seats unsecured in a crash. A seat that fails to stay secured increases injury risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front seat is supposed to stay locked to the vehicle body through its mounting hardware. On the 2013-2015 Ats, Encore, Silverado, Cts, Elr, Sierra, Caprice, and Cheverolet SS, the seat hook bracket assembly is part of that attachment. It helps hold the front seat in place when the vehicle is under heavy load.
The problem is an incomplete weld on that bracket assembly. A weld is the joint that bonds metal pieces together, and this one was not finished enough to give the seat its intended strength. In a high-load event such as a crash, the front seat can fail to stay secured in position.
There is no warning sign before failure. The seat can look and feel normal in everyday driving, because the defect shows up when the bracket is stressed under crash-level load.
Who's affected?
Spans 8 models across 3 model years, all tied to the seat assembly.
| 2013 Cadillac Ats | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2013 Buick Encore | seat assembly |
| 2014 Cadillac Ats | seat assembly |
| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado | seat assembly |
| 2014 Cadillac Cts | seat assembly |
| 2014 Buick Encore | seat assembly |
| 2014 Cadillac Elr | seat assembly |
| 2015 Chevrolet Silverado | seat assembly |
| 2015 GMC Sierra | seat assembly |
| 2014 Chevrolet Caprice | seat assembly |
| 2014 GMC Sierra | seat assembly |
| 2014 Chevrolet Cheverolet SS | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 124,007 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A seat that does not stay secured can move in a crash and increases the risk of occupant injury. Schedule dealer service soon so the seat hook bracket weld and lower seat track can be inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Cadillac dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2013-2015 Cadillac Ats, Encore, Silverado, Cts, Elr, Sierra, Caprice, or Cheverolet SS is included in this recall.
- Watch for the owner notice GM mailed on August 15, 2014, or use your VIN result if you bought the vehicle used.
- Contact a franchised Cadillac dealer and ask about the free seat hook bracket weld inspection and lower seat track replacement if needed.
- Reference recall number 14V446 when you call so the dealer can find the seat recall quickly.
- Avoid carrying front-seat occupants until the dealer confirms the seat hook bracket weld is secure.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Cadillac technician will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track when the weld is incomplete or the seat track does not meet the recall standard. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. The goal is to make sure the front seat stays secured during a high load condition such as a crash.
Timeline
| July 23, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V446?
Recall 14V446 covers 124,007 2013-2015 Cadillac Ats, Encore, Silverado, Cts, Elr, Sierra, Caprice, and Cheverolet SS vehicles with an incomplete weld on the front seat hook bracket assembly. The seat can fail to stay secured in a crash, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Cadillac Ats, Encore, Silverado, Cts, Elr, Sierra, Caprice, or Cheverolet SS is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V446. If it is, contact a franchised Cadillac dealer and ask for the seat hook bracket assembly weld inspection. The dealer will replace the lower seat track as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost. For recall 14V446, the dealer will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V446?
The safety risk is occupant injury in a crash. An incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly can let the front seat fail to stay secured during a high load condition, such as a crash. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall repair began on August 15, 2014. Because that date has passed, owners with included VINs can contact a franchised Cadillac dealer for the inspection and free lower seat track replacement if the weld does not pass inspection.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V446000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V446 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V446000 |
Source documents
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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 →