Loss of engine braking/fmvss 102
Defect Summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain 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 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect." a software problem may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to sport mode removing any transmission-related engine braking effect.
Safety Consequence
If engine braking is unexpectedly removed, it may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. the recall began on april 3, 2013. cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. buick owners may call 1-866-694-6546.
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FAQ: Recall 13V097000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V097000?
NHTSA recall 13V097000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on March 15, 2013. It addresses: Loss of engine braking/fmvss 102. The recall affects approximately 26,582 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V097000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13053. 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.