A transmission software problem could increase the risk of a crash
By James Limbach ![]()
of ConsumerAffairs
March 20, 2013
of ConsumerAffairs
General Motors (GM) is recalling model year 2013 Buick LaCrosse vehicles, manufactured between April 25, 2012, through March 6, 2013, and model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles, manufactured between May 29, 2012, through February 18, 2013.
A software problem may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to Sport mode removing any transmission-related engine braking effect, possibly increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on March 28, 2013. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339.
Buick owners may call 1-866-694-6546 for more information.