Recall 08V-527: 2004 Cadillac SRX

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 9, 2008, covering about 17,301 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-527
Report date
Oct 9, 2008
Vehicles affected
17,301
Owners notified
Dec 3, 2008

The problem

Gm is recalling 17,301 my 2004 cadillac srx vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission shift lever can be moved from the "park" position with the ignition "on" and without the operator depressing the brake pedal or, in some cases, the shifter can be moved from the "park" position with the ignition turned off.

The risk

If the vehicle is parked or parked on a slope, this condition could allow the vehicle to roll increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the pawl stopper and a bushing within the shifter assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 3, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Notes

Gm recall no. 08178.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V527000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Cadillac SRX2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-527?

Gm is recalling 17,301 my 2004 cadillac srx vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission shift lever can be moved from the "park" position with the ignition "on" and without the operator depressing the brake pedal or, in some cases, the shifter can be moved from the "park" position with the ignition turned off.

How is recall 08V-527 fixed?

Dealers will replace the pawl stopper and a bushing within the shifter assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 3, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.