2021 Cadillac CT5 · Transmission & driveline
Internal transmission damage may cause wheel lockup
NHTSA campaign 25V148000 lists the 2021 Cadillac CT5 for a condition in which internal transmission damage may cause wheel lockup.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA lists the 2021 Cadillac CT5 in safety campaign 25V148000. The official record says: The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up. The stated safety consequence is: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
Words owners may use
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Symptoms in the pattern
- The transmission may become damaged internally
- One or more wheels may lock while driving
Vehicles and scope
- 2021 Cadillac CT5
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 25V148000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.
Campaign 25V148000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Complete recall 25V148000
Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
What owners reported
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Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or Cadillac. Save campaign 25V148000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
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