Cadillac · United States · Crit
Cadillac Ats: Visibility — defroster/defogger/hvac system
Affects Cadillac Ats · 2013–2016 — about 96K vehicles.
The hazard
If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the Electronic Climate Control module to remove the automatic rear defogger "on" function, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15299.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational