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HighNHTSA·11V595000·Announced 2011-12-20

GM Recalls 2010-2011 Cadillac SRX for Transmission Shift Cable Defect

General Motors is recalling 2010-2011 Cadillac SRX vehicles because an improperly installed transmission shift cable may allow the vehicle to roll away.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the vehicle may roll away and cause a possible crash, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities.

Plain-English summary

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured between October 26, 2008, and June 23, 2011. The recall addresses a defect where the transmission shift cable may have been improperly installed and could come out of the transmission bracket.

This defect may prevent the driver from shifting the transmission out of gear, resulting in no motion. Alternatively, the shifter may inaccurately indicate that the transmission is in park when it is not, allowing the vehicle to roll away and potentially cause a crash. The vehicles are also noted for failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 114 regarding theft protection.

Owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will ensure the transmission shift cable is properly routed and seated in the transmission cable bracket at no charge. The safety recall was expected to begin during January 2012. 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 LLC
Category
Vehicle — Transmission
Hazard
Affected units
8,789

Is your product affected?

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Model numbers (1)

  • SRX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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