Recall 19V086 affects 26,772 2016-2018 Cadillac Cts, Camaro, Corvette, and Ats vehicles for power steering assist failure. Repair is free at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
Cadillac is recalling 26,772 2016-2018 Cts, Camaro, Corvette, and Ats vehicles under recall 19V086 because the electric power steering assist system can fail. Loss of power steering assist means higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which raises crash risk, and Cadillac dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2016-2018 Cts, Camaro, Corvette, and Ats vehicles use electric power steering assist to reduce the effort needed to turn the steering wheel. The steering gear assembly reads driver input through a torque sensor, then uses electric assist so the vehicle steers normally without heavy manual effort.
In these vehicles, a manufacturing error affected electrical connectivity on the printed circuit board inside the steering gear assembly. That board helps carry the sensor signal the power steering system needs. When the circuit opens intermittently, electric steering assist drops out and the vehicle reverts to manual steering, which makes the wheel harder to turn.
If assist is lost, the driver information center displays a message and an audible chime sounds within a few seconds. Those alerts are the warning sign that the power steering assist has stopped working.
Who's affected?
Covers multiple car lines across the 2016-2018 model years, all tied to the power steering system.
| 2016 Cadillac Cts | power steering system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Cadillac Cts | power steering system |
| 2017 Chevrolet Camaro | power steering system |
| 2017 Chevrolet Corvette | power steering system |
| 2017 Cadillac Ats | power steering system |
| 2018 Cadillac Cts | power steering system |
| Units affected | 26,772 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 80 field incidents to date. |
Year and model alone do not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of power steering assist means the vehicle still steers, but it takes more effort, especially at lower speeds, and that increases crash risk. If a driver information center message or audible chime appears, slow down, steer carefully, and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2018 Cadillac Cts, Camaro, Corvette, or Ats is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Cadillac dealer to schedule the free power-steering-gear replacement that fixes the electric power steering assist failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Cadillac has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V086 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, especially at lower speeds where loss of power steering assist requires higher steering effort.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Cadillac technician replaces the power steering gear assembly. The recall repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for this power steering repair before the recall notice, ask the service desk how to submit documentation under the submitted reimbursement plan. Keep any repair order, payment record, and part description with your paperwork so the claim matches the recall repair.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 7, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 7, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| February 7, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 13, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V086?
Recall 19V086 covers 26,772 2016-2018 Cadillac Cts, Camaro, Corvette, and Ats vehicles with electric power steering assist that can fail. Loss of assist requires higher steering effort at lower speeds and increases crash risk. Cadillac dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2018 Cadillac Cts, Camaro, Corvette, or Ats is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V086. If it is, contact a franchised Cadillac dealer to schedule the power steering gear assembly replacement. Reference recall number 19V086 and GM recall number N182182760 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, and Cadillac dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under recall 19V086.
What is the safety risk in recall 19V086?
The safety risk is higher steering effort if electric power steering assist fails. That extra effort matters most at lower speeds, such as parking, turning, or maneuvering in traffic, and increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to honor the repair regardless of ownership history. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then reference recall 19V086 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V086000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 5961733 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V086 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V086000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →