NHTSA ID Number: 10224306
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIC6476
Summary
This Preliminary information communicates that the appearance of cracks on carbon ceramic rotors is normal and does not impact the performance or durability of the brake system.
Condition
A customer may comment that the carbon ceramic rotors on their vehicle appear to have cracks on the surface of the rotors.
Cause
This is a normal appearance and does not impact the performance or durability of the brake system.
Correction:
None – The cracks are cosmetic only and no repair or replacement is required.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| CADILLAC | CT5 | 2022-2023 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIC6476
Published date: 09/29/2022
MC-10224306-9999.pdf 216.808KB
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- Premium shims, slots, and chamfers help to diminish noise, vibration, and braking harshness
- Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
- GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors

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Bulletin No.: PIC6476 Published date: 09/29/2022 Preliminary Information PIC6476 Appearance of Surface Cracks on Rotors Models Brand: Cadillac
Model: CT5 Model Years: 2022 – 2023 VIN: from to All All All Engine: All Transmissions: Involved Region or Country Additional Options (RPO) Condition Cause North America J57 – Carbon Ceramic Rotors A customer may comment that the carbon ceramic rotors on their vehicle appear to have cracks on the surface of the rotors. This is a normal appearance and does not impact the performance or durability of the brake system. Correction: None – The cracks are cosmetic only and no repair or replacement is required. Warranty Information Version History Version Modified 1 09/29/2022 – Created on. © 2022 General Motors
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