NHTSA Complaint #11590209 — 2004 CADILLAC XLR

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11590209
Vehicle	2004 CADILLAC XLR
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	April 15, 2024
Date Filed	May 22, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	ID

Consumer Description

The roof panel that was only attached with adhesive has detached from the frame of the car. This has also caused the retractable convertible top to stop working. I have read about the roof of many of these cars flying off while driving down the road. It is only a matter of time before this poor defect causes serious injury and/ or significant property damage. I called cadillac customer service and they refused to offer any help. I recently spoke to a local body shop about getting it repaired and the estimate was upward of 1000 dollars

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