General Motors Recalls 2010 Cadillac SRX for Power Steering Line Defect
General Motors is recalling 2010 Cadillac SRX vehicles because a manufacturing defect in the power steering line could cause fluid leaks and potential engine fires.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (power steering line) with a potential for significant property damage (engine compartment fire), which aligns with the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010 Cadillac SRX vehicles equipped with 2.8L or 3.0L gas engines. The recall addresses a condition where the processing of the crimp during the manufacture of the power steering pressure line may have damaged the line. If the line is damaged, a power steering fluid leak may develop. If there is a sufficient amount of fluid loss, the driver may hear noise from the power steering pump and increased effort may be required for steering.
The primary safety risk is that if power steering fluid sprays onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the power steering line free of charge. The safety recall began on November 12, 2010. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- CADILLAC SRX
- Brand
- CADILLAC
- Manufacturer
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering System
- Affected units
- 3,459
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- SRX
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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