Cadillac SRX problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 1,284 owner complaints and 15 recalls on file for the Cadillac SRX (2005–2019). The 2012 SRX has the most serious complaints, most often about lighting.

Complaints: 1,284
Recalls: 15
Model years: 13
Worst year: 2012

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Cadillac SRX model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Cadillac SRX years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

2012 Cadillac SRX — 177 complaints, 9 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Lighting
2015 Cadillac SRX — 278 complaints, 8 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Lighting
2014 Cadillac SRX — 212 complaints, 9 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Lighting
2011 Cadillac SRX — 183 complaints, 7 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Lighting
2013 Cadillac SRX — 156 complaints, 6 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Lighting

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2019 (1 complaints).

Every Cadillac SRX model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Recalls	Top problem
2019 SRX	1	0	0	0	0	Acceleration & Cruise Control
2016 SRX	134	3	0	1	2	Lighting
2015 SRX	278	8	2	7	4	Lighting
2014 SRX	212	9	1	1	2	Lighting
2013 SRX	156	6	1	7	5	Lighting
2012 SRX	177	9	2	15	3	Lighting
2011 SRX	183	7	1	5	7	Lighting
2010 SRX	121	5	3	7	6	Lighting
2009 SRX	1	0	0	0	0	Suspension
2008 SRX	5	2	1	2	0	Airbags
2007 SRX	3	0	0	0	0	Brakes
2006 SRX	7	0	1	0	1	Engine
2005 SRX	6	0	0	0	1	Electrical System

Most common Cadillac SRX problem areas (all years)

Lighting
705 complaints
Suspension
184 complaints
Electrical System
138 complaints
Brakes
99 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
61 complaints
Visibility & Wipers
60 complaints
Engine
52 complaints
Steering
47 complaints
Airbags
32 complaints
Body & Structure
29 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Cadillac SRX received by NHTSA each month.

Cadillac SRX recalls

Recall 26V329000May 21, 20265,014 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 21V473000Jun 24, 2021380,498 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2010–2016
Risk: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V804000Dec 19, 20143,155 vehiclesModel years 2015
Risk: The front outboard seat bracket may become disengaged during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Recall 14V571000Sep 19, 2014290,241 vehiclesModel years 2010–2015
Risk: Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V447000Jul 23, 2014414,333 vehiclesModel years 2010–2012
Risk: If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V394000Jul 2, 2014554,328 vehiclesModel years 2005–2006
Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 14V212000Apr 25, 201450,571 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: A three to four second lag in acceleration may increase the risk of crash.
Recall 13V202000May 16, 201318,871 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: 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.
Recall 13V097000Mar 15, 201326,582 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: If engine braking is unexpectedly removed, it may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recall 11V595000Dec 20, 20118,789 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011
Risk: The driver may be unable to shift the transmission out of gear, resulting in no motion or the shifter may inaccurately indicate that the transmission is in park when it is not, allowing the vehicle to roll away and cause a possible crash.
Recall 11V308000Jun 3, 201147,401 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: The right rear occupant may not be protected and suffer injuries in certain frontal and side crashes.
Recall 11V149000Mar 4, 201110,179 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: If this condition affects the defrost system when it is required, it may decrease the driver's visibility, and could result in a crash.
Recall 10V623000Dec 15, 201097,843 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: The safety belt system may not restrain the occupant(s) as designed and could increase the risk of injury.
Recall 10V450000Sep 30, 20103,459 vehiclesModel years 2010
Risk: If power steering fluid sprays onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Recall 10V223000May 25, 2010547 vehiclesModel years 2010
Risk: If the vehicle continues to be driven after the onset of this noise, a connecting rod or piston may break, resulting in engine damage, and perhaps engine failure, which would disable the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Cadillac models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology