Fmvss 208/passenger sensing system
Defect Summary
Gm is recalling 12,662 my 2009 cadillac cts vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' under certain conditions, a software condition within the passenger sensing system may disable the front passenger air bag when it should be enabled or enable it when it should be disabled.
Safety Consequence
In a vehicle crash, if the front passenger air bag does not operate as designed, increased personal injury could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the passenger sensing system module free of charge. the recall began on november 18, 2008. owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.
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Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 08V582000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V582000?
NHTSA recall 08V582000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on November 5, 2008. It addresses: Fmvss 208/passenger sensing system. The recall affects approximately 12,662 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V582000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08373. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.