Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V527000 Reported October 9, 2008

Transmission shift lever

General Motors, Llc · Power Train · 17,301 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V527000
Manufacturer Campaign
08178
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
17,301
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 9, 2008

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 08V527000 or campaign 08178.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V527000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V527000?

NHTSA recall 08V527000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on October 9, 2008. It addresses: Transmission shift lever. The recall affects approximately 17,301 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V527000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08178. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.