General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #10V223000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V223000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 547 affected units, ENGINE DAMAGE/OTHER THAN REQUIRED HIGH OCTANE FUEL, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

General motors is recalling certain model year 2010 cadillac srx equipped with a 2.8l v6 engine. if low octane (regular) fuel is used in the vehicle instead of the required high octane (premium) fuel as stated in the owner manual and on the fuel filler door, the combination of regular fuel usage and aggressive driving maneuvers may induce pre-ignition. if pre-ignition occurs, you may hear a pinging or knocking sound from the engine.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the engine control module free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before june 11, 2010. owners may contact the cadillac customer assistance center at 1-866-982-2339 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V223000
Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc
Report Received Date: 2010-05-25T00:00:00
Subject: Engine damage/other than required high octane fuel
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 547

Details

MFR Campaign Number: N100093
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: General motors is recalling certain model year 2010 cadillac srx equipped with a 2.8l v6 engine. if low octane (regular) fuel is used in the vehicle instead of the required high octane (premium) fuel as stated in the owner manual and on the fuel filler door, the combination of regular fuel usage and aggressive driving maneuvers may induce pre-ignition. if pre-ignition occurs, you may hear a pinging or knocking sound from the engine.
Consequence Summary: If the vehicle continues to be driven after the onset of this noise, a connecting rod or piston may break, resulting in engine damage, and perhaps engine failure, which would disable the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before june 11, 2010. owners may contact the cadillac customer assistance center at 1-866-982-2339 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 10V223000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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