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Buick/Cadillac Electrical Recall #2010385

Recall date November 4, 2010
Models affected
  • 2010 Buick Lucerne
  • 2011 Buick Lucerne
  • 2010 Cadillac DTS
  • 2011 Cadillac DTS
Units affected 161
Details

On certain vehicles equipped with a V8 engine, the starter or alternator cable may contact the power steering return line.

If either the starter or alternator cable contacts the power steering return line, the cable could wear through the line, cause a power steering fluid leak and a loss of power steering assist.

The contact may also wear the cable protective wrap, conduit, and wire insulation, so there is metal to metal contact.

This could result in battery drain and if arcing occurs due to engine vibration and roll, it may burn a hole in the return line and allow power steering fluid to leak and potentially ignite, resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.

Correction: Dealers will secure and, if necessary, reroute the lines to prevent contact.

Additional information may be available on Transport Canada's website

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