The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured May 29, 2012, through June 26, 2013, and equipped with 3.6L engines. In the affected vehicles, in certain driving situations, there may be a three to four second lag in acceleration due to the transmission control module (TCM) programming.
The risk
A three to four second lag in acceleration may increase the risk of crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. General Motors' number for this recall is 14132.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-212 (14V212000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 14132 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm) |
| Report date | April 25, 2014 |
| Owners notified | June 3, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 50,571 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-212 repair free?
Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. General Motors' number for this recall is 14132.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 50,571 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.