Gm Cadillac Srx Crossovers 2010 Recall In Us And China

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The Detroit based American manufacturer GM has announced on Oct. 08, 2010 their second major recall of Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model in less than half a year since its last recall. In May Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 manufactured in 2010 have been recalled because of engine pre-ignition issues.

Now, GM cautions that the power steering fluid of the Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 could leak and lead to a fire in the engine compartment. The Detroit auto maker admits to have known of one fire in an unattended Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010. Of the 3,996 Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model cars that are being recalled 3,460, have been sold in the US and 341 having exported to China.

The Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model was presented last year at several auto shows in 2009. In the US, the Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model is offered with a choice of two engines, a new 3.0l V6 unit and a 2.8l turbocharged V6 one.

General Motors is conducting a voluntary safety recall of 3,996 Cadillac SRX crossovers from the 2010 model year to prevent a possible damage to the power steering line. Based on their analysis, the ...
... issue is believed to exist in only two or three of the recalled Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model vehicles.

Though there were no accidents or injuries were reported the car maker would not want to risk any chances. According to a report from Reuters, if the fluid from the power steering system leaks onto parts of the engine that are hot a fire could occur. GM has reacted very fast to this issue and took just two months to announce the recall after an investigation had finished.

According to GM a total of 3,996 Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model year, built in December 2009 may experience unspecified damage to the power steering line. This may cause the power steering fluid to leak and if the fluid spills over the hot engine parts the engine compartment could catch a fire. Owners of the Cadillac SRX Crossovers 2010 model cars will be notified by mail. After the inspection necessary repairs will be done free of cost.

The car maker assures its consumers that the recall is more of a preemptive safety measure, as it has found that at the most two out of three vehicles recalled might be affected. Owners will be notified about the recall and their vehicles will be repaired. The recall is expected to begin soon. GM has not announced the recall schedule yet. The cars will be inspected by dealers and the power steering line will be replaced, if needed. As in any recall the fix will be provided free of charge for the customers.

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