Cadillac SRX Complaints

3,266 consumer complaints on file.

#11437043October 17, 2021
SUSPENSION, SERVICE BRAKES
So while driving the stabilizer light came on and it swerved when I went to hit my brakes to stop the car because I was heading across a bridge the brake somehow lost power and I pushed and it didn’t do anything by the time I got the pressure to come back I guess after pushing a few times it was too late and I rear ended another vehicle and completed pushed in the entire front on my truck. This is the second time the light came on but the first time it swerved and then the brakes going out shouldn’t have happened because I got the brakes replaced earlier this year
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0
#11436755October 14, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at night, the low-beam headlight did not provide adequate illumination for safe driving. The high-beam headlight was used to provide adequate illumination for safe driving. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer who informed him they could offer no assistance with the headlight failure. The manufacturer offered no assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11436774October 14, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service rear axle warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The mechanic stated that the warning light was illuminated because of the recall. The dealer informed the contact that there was no remedy currently available for the recall repair. The mechanic added fluid to the rear differential and replaced the clutch piston. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not safe to drive since the rear suspension toe link might become loosened or detached due to parts not being available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 21,657.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11436776October 14, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11436846October 14, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Even after replacing bulbs in the headlights with the brightest bulbs available for the car, the headlights are too dim to see the road or anything while driving at night. This creates a safety hazard for the drivers and passengers in the car and other drivers on the road. Even the lines on roads are not clearly visible unless they are freshly painted. GM refuses to fix the problem and the replacement lenses do the same thing when paid to be replaced by the car owner.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11436367October 12, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (SUSPENSION) however, the part to the recall was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer along with a second dealer Lynch Chevrolet Cadillac of Auburn Parts (154 W Creek Pkwy, Auburn, AL 36830: (334) 246-0398) and was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact attempted to reach the manufacturer but was unable to speak to anyone. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11436309October 11, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PROBLEM: LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ON 2014 CADILLAC SRX: With age, the low beam headlights become too dim to drive at night even though there is nothing wrong with the actual headlight bulb. The problem is related to the materials and design of the Cadillac SRX headlight assemblies. The reflector of the low beam headlight is made of plastic with a chrome coating. The heat of the OEM bulb deteriorates the chrome coating on the reflector until it appears as the dull white color of the plastic base material. Without the chrome coating the low beam headlights are very dim. Replacing the headlight bulb will not remedy the situation. The only fix is to replace the entire headlight assembly and this is usually done at a dealership because the whole front grill/bumper must be removed). During 2019 and 2020 Cadillac had a reimbursement program for people that complained or owners that received letters about the program which was handled by a 3rd party. There had been complaints to Cadillac about these low output headlights but they kept this problem out of the public realm by quietly settling with those customers. The estimate I received today from Everett Chevrolet-Cadillac in Hickory NC was $1900 to replace both headlight assemblies with factory original parts. I spoke to Cadillac customer care today and they said they may possibly assist in the replacement but I would have to submit a written estimate to them for review. If Cadillac is not responsible for this problem then why have they paid for replacements in the past and why will they consider paying for them now on a case by case basis? These aging Cadillac SRX models are not safe to be on the roads with these dim low beam headlights. Owners either have to be very careful or use their high beam headlights in night time traffic.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11436142October 9, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlights have excessive water and moisture internally causing extremely poor night visibility to the point you can't see the road without turning on your brights which is also extremely dangerous with oncoming traffic. So dangerous try not to drive at night.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435664October 6, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact indicated that while driving the vehicle, the traction control warning light remained illuminated. VIN tool confirms parts are not available. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435670October 6, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made a loud squealing noise even after having an alignment performed. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435530October 5, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT, ENGINE, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that there were electrical shortages on the dashboard, the smoke odor was detected while starting the vehicle, water was getting into the liftgate, all the warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle would hydroplane when it rained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and another dealer, Herman Jenkins Motors Inc (2030 W Reelfoot Ave, Union City, TN 38261) on separate occasions for an unknown diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that all of the recalls for the vehicle were repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THE STABILITRAK AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED, AS WELL AS OTHER LIGHTS. THE BRAKES WOULD LOCK UP.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435348October 4, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights get water inside and at times enough water to cause the headlight to fail. I have had both headlights fail as a result of this. Cadillac is aware of this design flaw and was only willing to reimburse customers who were able to pay for the replacement lights up front. This is not fair to people who have purchased Cadillacs who were not able to pay, especially considering that it is a design flaw. These cars are way too expensive to have such a flaw and for it to be as costly as it is.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435388October 4, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. While driving the vehicle swayed. The engine power reduced message was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 198,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435426October 4, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would independently decelerate with the stabilitrak warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle to resume normal driving. The contact then received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The dealer was notified of the failure and acknowledged the recall; however, the part for the recall repair was not available. The contact was then given the option to have a diagnostic test performed on the vehicle which she declined. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and offered to assist her with the failure. The contact was informed that she would receive a callback. The contact had yet to receive a callback from the manufacturer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435088October 1, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The low beams are so dim, the vehicle cannot be driven at night. Even after replacing both bulbs there was no change. Vehicle can only be driven with high beams on. The dealer knows of the issue and said replacement would be the same system with the same problem. GMC offered a partial reimbursement, but has not corrected the defective system. If their offer was accepted, you would have to sign an agreement not to do anything legal regarding the issue in the future.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435028September 30, 2021
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The floor mat does not stay in place and can get jammed behind the break peddle preventing breaking.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435029September 30, 2021
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
After the light housing recall, the lights are even worse at illuminating the road ahead, I only feel safe to see when the bights are on.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11435040September 30, 2021
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the traction control warning light illuminated, and the vehicle wobbled uncontrollably. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to rent a loaner vehicle and the contact may be reimbursed for the rental. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11434821September 29, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE
2010 CADILLAC SRX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE FUEL GUAGE. THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE HAVING THE FUEL GUAGE REPAIRED, THE CV SHAFT WAS REMOVED AND THE BEARINGS FELL OUT. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED THE BEARINGS FALLING OUT WAS DUE TO NEGLIGENCE. THE CONSUMER WAS ALSO CHARGED FOR A FRONT WHEEL BEARING THAT WAS NOT AN AUTHORIZED REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND REPAIRED BY A DIFFERENT REPAIR SHOP. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THAT THE MANUFACTURER BUY BACK THE VEHICLE AND REFUND ALL SUBSEQUENT CHARGES.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11434822September 29, 2021
SUSPENSION
2014 CADILLAC SRX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE SAFETY RECALL REPAIR WAS COMPLETED, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO EXHIBIT THE FAILURE.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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