Fuel pump electrical terminal overheating
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 cadillac cts-v vehicles manufactured october 6, 2003, to march 15, 2007, and 2006-2007 cadillac sts-v vehicles manufactured june 23, 2005, to march 15, 2007. in the affected vehicles, the electrical terminals of the fuel pump module may overheat resulting in the melting of the flange material.
Safety Consequence
If the flange melts, a hole may be created allowing the fuel pump to leak fuel, causing the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. additionally, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel module and fuel tank jumper harness, free of charge. gm sent out interim notices in late october. the recall began on march 12, 2015. owners may contact cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. gm's number for this recall is 14405.
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FAQ: Recall 14V542000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V542000?
NHTSA recall 14V542000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 9, 2014. It addresses: Fuel pump electrical terminal overheating. The recall affects approximately 10,005 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V542000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14405. 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.