Telltales may be dim//fmvss 101, 208
Defect Summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2021 cadillac escalade and escalade esv vehicles. the front passenger seat belt and airbag status telltale lights located in the overhead console in these vehicles may be set to "night mode" when the vehicle is started using remote start or when the vehicle is turned off and re-started after approximately ten minutes without opening the door. in daytime, if night mode is active, the telltale lights may not be visible, and fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 101, "control and displays" and 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
If the telltale lights are not visible, the driver and front passenger may not know that the front passenger is unbuckled or has a deactivated air bag, increasing the risk of passenger injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
The body control module (bcm) software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. the recall began february 1, 2021. owners may contact cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. gm's number for this recall is n202319980.
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FAQ: Recall 20V790000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V790000?
NHTSA recall 20V790000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 17, 2020. It addresses: Telltales may be dim//fmvss 101, 208. The recall affects approximately 3,203 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V790000 or the manufacturer campaign number N202319980. 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.