Recall 01V172000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 01V172000. Component: STRUCTURE:BODY. 47,560 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
RADII LESS THAN 3.2MM CAN INCREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF CERTAIN TYPES OF INJURIES, LIKE LACERATIONS, IF AN OCCUPANT CONTACTS THE SUPPORT DURING A CRASH.
Defect Summary
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SEDANS, HEARSE, AND LIMOUSINE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THESE VEHICLES HAVE SUNVISOR CENTER SUPPORTS WITH CERTAIN RADII LESS THAN THE 3.2MM REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUNVISOR CENTER SUPPORTS WITH REDESIGNED SUPPORTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 28, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| CADILLAC | DEVILLE | 2001 | Check VINs |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching CADILLAC from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V114000 | Feb 26, 2026 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | EQUIPMENT | 5,485 |
| 26V085000 | Feb 13, 2026 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE | 43,743 |
| 26V082000 | Feb 12, 2026 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE | 22 |
| 25V819000 | Nov 25, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 94 |
| 25V704000 | Oct 16, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 22,914 |
| 25V619000 | Sep 18, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 12 |
| 25V483000 | Jul 24, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | 53 |
| 25V356000 | May 29, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 41,376 |
| 25V274000 | Apr 24, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL | 597,571 |
| 25V232000 | Apr 10, 2025 | GENERAL MOTORS, LLC | SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR | 17 |
Related NHTSA Investigations
Investigations opened by ODI covering the same manufacturer or make (CADILLAC) in the last 3 years
4 Investigations
| Investigation | Opened | Closed | Status | Vehicle | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RQ26001 | Jan 16, 2026 | Unknown | OPEN | 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE | ENGINE | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy |
| EA25007 | Oct 23, 2025 | Unknown | OPEN | 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE | ENGINE | Loss of motive power due to engine failure |
| PE25001 | Jan 16, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | CLOSED | 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE | ENGINE | Loss of motive power due to engine failure |
| PE24011 | Apr 11, 2024 | Unknown | OPEN | 2023 CADILLAC LYRIQ | SERVICE BRAKES | Electronic Brake Module Component Failure |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 01V172000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325541 | Nov 30, 2001 | 2001 CADILLAC DEVILLE | STRUCTURE:BODY | CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL # 01V172000/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 01039 CONCERNING SUNVISOR FAILURE. CALLED DEALER ABOUT… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.