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Cadillac · United States · High

Cadillac Escalade, Escalade Esv: Air bags

Affects Cadillac Escalade, Escalade Esv · 2015 — about 3K vehicles.

The hazard

In the event of an accident, an air bag that only partially deploys increases the risk of occupant injury.

What to do

GM sent the owners an interim notification letter on May 16, 2014 to advise owners of the recall, and will mail owners a second letter when remedy parts are available. When the parts are available, dealers will replace the instrument panel right side upper trim panel, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14220. Note: Owners are advised that until the vehicle has been remedied, occupants should not sit in the front passenger seat position.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational