The 2004 Cadillac CTS-V has 3 recalls, the most serious being a fuel pump module electrical terminal that can overheat and melt, potentially leaking fuel near an ignition source and creating a fire risk, while also causing engine power loss or stalling.
Both remaining recalls involve brake line corrosion, though each targets a different geographic area. In regions with heavy road salt use, the front brake hose fitting where it connects to the caliper can corrode, and in a broader set of northern and mid-Atlantic states where salt and moisture accumulate on the underside of vehicles, the brake hose fittings and lines can corrode to the point of leaking brake fluid. Either way, the result is reduced hydraulic pressure in the brake system, which means the pedal may feel soft or require more travel and the vehicle will take longer to stop than expected.
At a glance
What can fail
Snow and salty road water may corrode the front brake hose fitting where it connects to the brake caliper, potentially causing brake failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both front brake hose assemblies at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
In vehicles sold or registered in heavy road salt areas, the front brake hose fitting at the caliper can corrode. Severe corrosion may cause the hose to leak or break, increasing braking distance suddenly.
What the fix does
Both front brake hose assemblies will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
An electrical terminal on the fuel pump module can overheat and melt, causing fuel to leak and reducing fuel system pressure. Fuel leaks near ignition sources can catch fire. Low pressure can reduce engine power or cause stalling.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module and the fuel tank jumper harness.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
