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Safety Features



2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan 4dr Sdn 3.6L Performance Collection AWD

  • StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system
  • Traction control, all-speed, brake and engine controlled
  • Daytime running lamps
  • Air bags, rear thorax for outboard seating positions includes (AYG) driver and front passenger frontal (dual stage for passenger), knee and side, front and rear head curtain air bags. (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
  • Air bag, Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
  • OnStar Guidance plan for 1 year including Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Advanced Diagnostics and more (trial excludes Hands-Free Calling) (Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services may vary by model and conditions.)
  • OnStar Basic plan for 5 years including limited RemoteLink mobile app services, Advanced Diagnostics and Dealer Maintenance Notification (Basic Plan available for 5 years from the date of vehicle delivery, and is transferable. Does not include Emergency, Security or Navigation services.)
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning alerts driver of an inadvertent lane departure
  • Lane Keep Assist helps keep vehicle centered in sensed lane
  • Lane Change Alert alerts driver when a sensed vehicle is approaching fast from the rear
  • Side Blind Zone Alert alerts driver when a sensed vehicle is in blind spot
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Front and Rear Park Assist
  • Rear Vision Camera
  • Safety belts, 3-point, driver and front passenger
  • Safety belts, 3-point, rear, all seating positions
  • Door locks, rear child security
  • Child seat restraint system
  • LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats
  • Trunk emergency release handle
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Passenger Air Bag Sensor
  • Knee Air Bag
  • Driver Air Bag
  • Passenger Air Bag
  • Rear Head Air Bag
  • Front Side Air Bag
  • Rear Side Air Bag
  • Front Head Air Bag
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Tow Hooks
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency Trunk Release
  • Stability Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
 
Crash Test Results for the 2016 Cadillac Models:
No crash test results exist
 
Service Bulletins for 2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan 4dr Sdn 3.6L Performance Collection AWD
No service bulletins exist
 
Recalls for 2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan 4dr Sdn 3.6L Performance Collection AWD
No recalls exist.
 


2003 Saab 5-Sep Aero

  • Driver and passenger front airbag with occupant sensors
  • Front side airbag
  • Bucket heated electrically adjustable driver and passenger seat with height adjustment, lumbar adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment
  • Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats , two head restraints on rear seats
 
Crash Test Results for the 2003 Saab Models:
Car Frontal Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover
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Driver Pass. Front Seat Rear Seat
2003 Saab 9-3 Not
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2003 Saab 9-3 Not
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2003 Saab 9-5 55544
 
Service Bulletins for 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero
No service bulletins exist
 
Recalls for 2003 Saab 9-5 Aero
2003 SAAB 5-Sep
NHTSA Campaign ID: 07V087000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Manufacture Dates: 06/01/2002 - 06/30/2003
Potential Units Affected: 94377
Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.
Consequence:
OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2007. THIS IS AN EXPANSION OF PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGNS - SEE 04V557 AND 06V126. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
2003 SAAB 5-Sep
NHTSA Campaign ID: 08V160000
Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Manufacturer: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Manufacture Dates: 02/01/2002 - 06/30/2003
Potential Units Affected: 57389
Defect Description:
SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE TESTING, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD'S REQUIREMENTS.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A-PILLAR TRIM WITH IMPROVED ENERGY-ABSORBING CAPABILITY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
2003 SAAB 5-Sep
NHTSA Campaign ID: 06V410000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Manufacturer: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Manufacture Dates: -
Potential Units Affected: 5078
Defect Description:
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS.
Consequence:
OVERHEATING OF THE IGBT OCCURS MOST OFTEN AT ENGINE START-UP, BUT IT MAY ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. ENGINE STALLING MAY OCCUR, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE WHAT VERSION IDM IS IN THE VEHICLE AND REPLACE THE IDM IF IT IS A VERSION BUILT PRIOR TO JANUARY 2003. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. NOTE: THIS RECALL IS AN EXPANSION OF A PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN (PLEASE SEE 05V399).
2003 SAAB 5-Sep
NHTSA Campaign ID: 03V006000
Component: WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB
Manufacturer: SAAB CARS USA, INC.
Manufacture Dates: 11/26/1997 - 10/10/2002
Potential Units Affected: 70726
Defect Description:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF AN OWNER CHANGES THEIR WHEELS/TIRES BETWEEN SUMMER AND WINTER USING A STEEL WHEEL IN THE WINTER AND AN ALLOY WHEEL IN THE SUMMER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR RUST AND CONTAMINATION TO BUILD UP ON THE WHEEL HUB DURING THE STEEL WHEEL USAGE. IF THIS OCCURS AND THE CONTAMINATION IS NOT REMOVED, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT AFTER THE TIRE CHANGE SERVICE, SOME OF THIS CONTAMINATION COULD FLAKE OR GRIND AWAY RESULTING IN REDUCED CLAMPING FORCE OF THE WHEEL TO THE HUB. OVER SEVERAL SEASONS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THIS REDUCED FORCE COULD RESULT IN FRACTURES DEVELOPING IN THE WHEEL BOLTS DUE TO WHEEL TO HUB MOVEMENT.
Consequence:
THESE FRACTURES WOULD RESULT IN WHEEL BOLT BREAKAGE, ALLOWING THE WHEEL TO DETACH FROM THE WHEEL HUB, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Action to take:
OWNERS WILL BE CONTACTED BY MAIL AND ASKED WHETHER THEY CHANGE BETWEEN STEEL AND ALLOY WHEELS. IF THEY DO ENGAGE IN THIS PRACTICE, THEY WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO BRING THEIR CARS TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE DEALER WILL REMOVE THE WHEELS, CLEAN ANY CONTAMINATION FROM THE WHEEL AND WHEEL HUB, AND REPLACE THE WHEELS USING NEW IMPROVED BOLTS WITH ATTACHED WASHERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 31, 2003. 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 SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
 






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