General Motors is recalling 18,871 units of 2013 Cadillac SRX equipped with 18-inch wheels in the United States due a problem with the wheel lug nuts which may loosen.
"If the lug nuts loosen, they may fall off or cause the wheel studs to fracture. Either condition would allow the wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash," NHTSA said in its summary of the problem.
The affected vehicles were manufactured January 31, 2012 through March 18, 2013. The recall is expected to begin on June 3 and dealers will remove and reinstall the wheel nuts by performing a tire rotation, free of charge.
Owners with questions can contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236.
