Recall 10V223 affects 547 2010 Cadillac SRX SUVs for engine pre-ignition that can damage the engine. Repair is free at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
Cadillac is recalling 547 2010 SRX vehicles equipped with the 2.8L V6 engine because regular fuel and aggressive driving can trigger pre-ignition, heard as pinging or knocking. If the vehicle is driven after that noise begins, a connecting rod or piston can break, disable the vehicle, and increase crash risk; the Cadillac dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2.8L V6 engine in the 2010 Cadillac SRX is designed to run on high octane premium fuel. That fuel resists igniting too early inside the cylinder, so the spark plug controls when combustion starts. The owner manual and fuel filler door identify premium fuel as the required fuel for this engine.
In NHTSA campaign 10V223, the problem starts when regular low octane fuel is used instead. Under aggressive driving, that fuel can ignite before the spark plug fires. That is pre-ignition, which means combustion starts at the wrong time and creates abnormal pressure inside the engine.
There is no warning sign before failure. If pre-ignition occurs, the driver can hear a pinging or knocking sound from the engine. That sound means the fuel is igniting too early and the engine is not operating as designed.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Cadillac SRX | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 547 |
Not every 2010 Cadillac SRX is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A connecting rod or piston can break if the SRX keeps being driven after the noise starts. That damage can cause engine failure, disable the vehicle, and increase crash risk. If you hear that noise, pull over when safe and call a Cadillac dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Cadillac dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Cadillac SRX is included in this recall.
- Contact Cadillac customer assistance at 1-866-982-2339 to confirm whether the dealer repair is open for your VIN.
- Ask a franchised Cadillac dealer about the free engine-control-module reprogramming that helps prevent fuel-related pre-ignition and engine damage.
- Bring the recall notice if Cadillac mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V223 when you call.
- Use the required premium fuel and stop driving if you hear engine pinging or knocking until Cadillac gives repair guidance.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Cadillac technician reprograms the engine control module with the corrected engine calibration. That software update is the recall repair. Parts are not the issue here, the work is an engine computer reprogramming. Cadillac expected the safety recall to begin on or before June 11, 2010. Because the current remedy status is not listed as available in this record, treat the dealer repair as free once Cadillac confirms it is open for your VIN.
Timeline
| May 25, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 11, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V223?
Recall 10V223 covers 547 2010 Cadillac SRX SUVs equipped with the 2.8L V6 engine. If regular fuel and aggressive driving trigger pre-ignition, engine knocking can lead to connecting rod or piston damage and engine failure. Cadillac dealers reprogram the engine control module for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Cadillac SRX is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific SRX is included in recall 10V223. If it is, contact a franchised Cadillac dealer and schedule the engine control module reprogramming. Reference recall number 10V223 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Cadillac dealers will reprogram the engine control module free of charge for included 2010 SRX vehicles, regardless of where the SUV was purchased.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Listen for a pinging or knocking sound from the engine. The recall describes that noise as a sign of pre-ignition after low-octane fuel use combined with aggressive driving. If you hear it, stop driving when safe and call a Cadillac dealer for recall guidance.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V223000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-866-982-2339 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V223 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V223000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →