2004 Cadillac SRX

On certain vehicles, there is a risk that some drivers may bump the ignition key with their knee and unintentionally move the key from out of the "run" position.  If this were to occur, engine power, power braking and power steering would be affected, which would unexpectedly increase steering and brake pedal effort, potentially increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.  The timing of the key movement out of the "run" position, relative to the activation of the sensing algorithm of the crash event, may also result in the airbags not deploying in a subsequent collision, increasing the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers are to remove the key blade from the original flip key/transmitter assemblies provided with the vehicle, and provide two new keys and two key rings for every original key.  Important note: Until the correction is performed, drivers should adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key.

On certain vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, 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 with the ignition turned to OFF.  This situation has the potential for the vehicle to roll/move if the shifter is hit accidentally which could result in a crash causing property damages or personal injuries.  Correction: Dealers will replace the pawl stopper and a  bushing within the shifter assembly.

Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 124 - Accelerator Control Systems.  The Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) accelerator pedal assembly may not return the engine to idle in three seconds or less at low ambient temperatures if either of the two throttle return springs is broken.  Correction:  Dealers will replace the ETC pedal assembly.

On certain CTS, CTS-V and SRX vehicles, an interaction between the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) and the vehicle electrical system may cause the driver's frontal airbag and/or roof rail airbag to deploy when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position.  A person positioned for driving may receive minor injuries, such as abrasions, from contact with the airbag.  Correction: Dealers will replace the SDM.

Certain vehicles were produced with lower control arm ball stud nut/washer assemblies with washers made of the wrong steel material.  The washers may fracture and become loose or fall away from the vehicle, reducing clamp load.  Separation of the control arm ball stud and steering knuckle, due to disengagement of the tapered attachment and retaining nut, is possible and may occur without prior indication to the vehicle operator.  If the control arm separates from the knuckle, the affected corner of the vehicle will drop and the control arm would be forced downward, contacting the wheel.  The affected wheel could tilt outward and create a dragging action that would tend to slow the vehicle and create a tendency for the vehicle to turn in the direction of the affected wheel.  In extreme situations, the affected wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle.  Separation of the wheel assembly would also sever that wheel's hydraulic brake hose and result in diminished braking performance of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.  Correction:  Dealers will install a new nut and washer, and if required, replace the ball stud and/or steering knuckle.