General Motors is recalling 26,582 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Cadillac SRX vehicles due to a problem with the software for the transmission controller.
"A software problem may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to Sport mode, removing any transmission-related engine braking effect," said NHTSA in its summary of the the problem. "If engine braking is unexpectedly removed, it may increase the risk of a vehicle crash."
There are no reported customer cases nor are any crashes or injuries related to the condition known, according to a report from The Detroit News.
The affected Buick LaCrosse models were manufactured between April 25, 2012 through March 6, 2013, while the affected Cadillac SRX models were manufactured between May 29, 2012 through February 18, 2013.
The recall is expected to begin on March 28 and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. Owners can call Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or Buick at 1-866-694-6546.
