Cadillac SRX Complaints

3,266 consumer complaints on file.

#11491178October 27, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
on Feb 24, 2020 Cadillac sent letters notifying owners of Cadilla 2010-2015 SRX that they will replace the headlamps or reimburse any out of pocket payments for headlamp replacement or service. I had headlamp bulb replaced and sent the invoice to GM for reimbursement I had to resubmit my claim with the proper invoice and information from the repair shop who tried replacing my head lamp bulbs. I did this within the time frame requested. Now they have informed me they have closed out the reimbursement and will not reiumburse me for the headlamp service i had done in april 2019 to try and improve my headlamps with replacement bulbs. I have emailed all this information and attached the bulb replacement invoice to cadillac begining in Oct 13,2022 and they still are aguing they will not reimburse me. They call me weekly, email me weekly, since 9/13/2022 to tell me nothing and they will not reimbuse me for a recall they initiated! They call me weekly to tell me this and emial me the same form letter
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490997October 26, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the headlights on this vehicle are so dim that i ran over a large deer carcass in the middle of the highway at night. by the time i saw the carcass in the middle of the road, i was already on top of it!!!!!!!!!!! i couldn't use my brights because i was meeting another vehicle. anyway, the headlights on this vehicle are pure garbage and there needs to be a recall on these lights. this is a major safety hazard for myself and other drivers on the highway. i have no time to use my brakes before an accident will occur with debri or an animal crosing the road. very disappointed that this is not recalled yet!!! do something about this now!!!!!
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490702October 24, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights are bad. Water gets in. A class action suit dismissed this defect that was also in previous years. This should be a recall. We are going to have to replace the headlights on our car because we can barely see at night.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490414October 22, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
brought car to shop and after 3 months trying to figure out problem gave up. I towed it to dealership and after another month finally said car proved to be a mystery but extensive damage due to water leakin the rear shorting out entertainment module.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490053October 19, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlights The normal beam headlights are extremely dim, unable to operate the vehicle on the roadway at night. I had the bulbs replaced at an expense of $300 for parts and labor, which did not rectify the issue. The beams remain extremely dim, which is due to the faulty headlight assembly. GM has never acknowledge this issue after 1000's of complaints. GM did refund some owners of SRX 2010-2015 models for replacing the headlight assemblies, but failed to provide any resolution for owners of the 2016 - present models. If the vehicle must be operated at night, the only way to safety proceed is with the high beams, which doesn't provide for a safe environment for the other vehicles on the roadway. This must be addressed by GM, as people are risking their lives and the lives of others on the roadway. There were no prior warnings or indications of headlight failure. I first noticed this issue in 2021 and have been attempting to resolve it with GM since. GM comes across as it is not their problem and that I should get my headlights replaced at my own expense. What they don't understand is the replacement will be the same faulty make/model of the headlight assemblies I have today.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11489795October 18, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night with the headlights activated, the illumination from the headlights were very dim causing a difficulty with seeing the roadway. The contact also stated that she was unable to view objects unless they were within 10 to 20 feet of the vehicle. The failure almost caused the contact to crash into an outdoor trash can that was on a street curb. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The contact was then made aware that a satisfaction program for the headlights had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the satisfaction program had expired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11489892October 18, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The low beams have gotten so dim that driving at night has become hazardous. Both the passenger and driver side lights are dim but the passenger side is the worst. The problem is internal to the headlamp assembly. Cleaning the outer lens has no effect. The high beams function fine but we can't drive with the high beams all of the time because they blind oncoming drivers. When the lights switch back to low beams, it is almost like switching the lights completely off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11489242October 14, 2022
STRUCTURE:BODY
The rear hatch door of my SRX has been not functioning properly. It opens and closes with erratic function. Regularly I've hit the button to open it and it has begun to close on me with shear force trying to crush my body while loading groceries. It has hit me in the head and the back causing pain. This is very dangerous because it isn't falling suddenly its closing with force. If I try to push it back up it pushes against my weight. I want to sell my car but I'm worried it will hurt someone.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11489331October 14, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
It’s one problem but it’s a big problem and for the life of me it seems as if I can’t get through to someone. My headlights are so dim that I can’t drive at night it’s already know that this is a manufacturer problem I know its known that it is. Listen I’m a disabled veteran on a fixed income I need help with this problem can you help me?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488467October 8, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The head lights aren’t working properly ,it’s so damped that I can’t see at night time, Dealer said there is no thing we can do . I can’t put my family at risk of crash or hitting something that I didn’t see because of the light was very low. Please help.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488478October 8, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Water is getting inside of the car’s shell and interiors. The carpets and ceiling gets wet and drips. Mold is visible and inhaling causes allergic and breathing issues. Water is a major issue on the interior of the windshield and other windows. I can hear water traveling inside the roof when I drive. This is causing electrical problems. My trunk is not working to open. My sunroof is also not working.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488079October 5, 2022
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle started to sway and was drifting, requiring her to make constant adjustments to stay in the lane. The contact stated that the rear tires had worn along the side wall and she had replaced the rear tires four times. The contact stated that each set of tires had worn out in the exact same manner, along the entire inner side wall. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed and it was determined that there were no issues with the rear suspension. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact stated that NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) was completed in May of 2022 by the same dealer. The contact had asked the dealer if the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) but had been advised by the dealer that the recall had been performed correctly. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486826September 28, 2022
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The car makes a knocking noise from the engine and in order to drive, you have to hold in the traction control button. I was told that the connecting rod broke and has to be repaired & I believe that should be a recall with the engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486561September 26, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
I was traveling on major roadway 95 south on the eastern part of MD .I had just exited off the highway as i was exiting and braking my brakes went totally out. This could have been a deadly accident for me and others .I had my car towed to the a cadillac dealership for repairs . The dealership replaced the brake modulator.I later discovered that GM has know about this problem with this particular modle and years 2011 and beyond and has had many complaints about failing brake modulator.There was no warnings of any kind .I did file a complaint with GM but i have not gotting no response . I
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486240September 24, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights on this vehicle are extremely dim and it is unsafe to drive at night without running the high beam lights all the time. This is a huge safety issue that needs to be addressed by cadillac and the lawsuit that was brought against them. All vehicles need to be recalled for the headlights immediately.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485978September 23, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlights extremely dim.Replacement of lights didn’t improve. I can only drive during the day. I can only drive with high beams if I had to drive at night or early morning. GMC made an offer to replace lights with same defective system & wanted a claim & release signed. For me not to be any part of legal proceedings against them.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485818September 22, 2022
STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES
The service Stabilitrak system light came on. After consulting the service manual, the suggestion was to switch the car off and restart in a few seconds. That worked for a few weeks. After that the Service Stabilitrak light, the brake light and the parking brake light has remained lit. We have not been able to get an appointment yet to get this checked out because the dealership cannot guarantee that they can look at it the same day we bring it in. They need a week. We can't afford a rental car for a week.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485881September 22, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The headlights are too dim to drive at night and with close to zero visibility, this is an extreme hazard. A Google search results in thousands of Cadillac SRX owners with the same issue and have called this car a "death trap" and have stated that they almost hit pedestrians. GM/Cadillac is not taking responsibility and are telling owners that we have to pay $2000 out of pocket for replacing the entire light housing, except the high beams and driving lights work but not the headlights for nighttime driving which is obviously a manufacturing defect. Please hold GM/Cadillac responsible before someone loses their life.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485641September 21, 2022
SUSPENSION, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would drift out of the intended lane with the stabilitrak warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard with the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) which she linked to the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and remained at the dealer for a week. After retrieving the vehicle, the contact became aware that the vehicle was not repaired. The contact then called the dealer and was informed that her vehicle was never included in the recall. The contact disputed the dealers claim and was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11485666September 21, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER
Most owners complain to Cadillac but not to NHTSA Cadillac is aware. Low beam headlights on these vehicles are un safe. Especially in drizzle or darkness. This should be urgent!!!! Head light bulb is so hot, it burns the chrome plating off the inside of the headlight assembly. Once chrome is gone, so is the reflectivity needed to project the light through the magnifier and on to the street. Extremely dangerous situation.. This problem has been confirmed and is well known by the manufacturer. This puts everyone in and around the SRX in grave danger. This has been inspected by many mechanics. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS https://youtu.be/i7GKpCgAee0
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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