2010 Cadillac SRX lighting problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Nov 22, 2024WALighting

   Head Light Assembly - The dim lights are life threating. This is a know defect, and should have been part of a recall. A class action lawsuit was filed. GM loss, and replaced the head light assembly for the minimum amount of time ending in 2019. My car has 89,000 the dim lights have probably never been good. This should have been a total recall, instead, GM quit paying for headlight replacement in 2019. If you call GM/Cadillac [phone removed] they will tell you they quit…

   NHTSA complaint #11626918 · source
2. Filed Apr 2, 2024MOLighting

   I recently notice that I had very little light on the low beam of my headlights. Cannot see the road unless on high beam. Dealership said it is a problem that they have had with the SRX and have replaced so many 'headlight assembly's' that they now carry them in stock. Since you can't drive with the high beams on in traffic I feel this is a failure of the model and can only be fixed by replacement...quote of $1750.00.

   NHTSA complaint #11580712 · source
3. Filed Mar 7, 2024NJElectrical SystemLightingSeats & Seat Belts

   The first things to go were the headlights, rearview camera & the seatbelt wouldn't fully retract. Then ALL the dash warning lights flashed like a Christmas tree; the radio, heat & AC settings changed on their own; & the navigation screen scrambled into pixels like a crashed computer screen! These issues went on sporadically for months. I was convinced the vehicle was possessed. It seemed things would act up when it rained, was damp or humid. After spending thousands, things…

   NHTSA complaint #11576024 · source
4. Filed Oct 22, 2023NCLighting

   I had a headlight go out so I purchased new bulbs had both of them installed, low beams … and I still can’t see in the dark even after having my outside lamps detailed and cleaned. I have to drive with my high beams on in the dark. This needs to be a recall , something is not right with the lights on this vehicle. So Now I just try not to drive at night which is hard with the time.

   NHTSA complaint #11551220 · source
5. Filed Jan 28, 2023MILighting

   The headlights are very dim and I cannot drive this vehicle at night due to safety. This problem comes back after replacement of headlight assembly.

   NHTSA complaint #11504222 · source
6. Filed Dec 26, 2022NELighting

   headlights fill with moisture and condensation causing headlights to not function properly and creates a safety issue when driving at night. Condensation also results in premature headlight bulb failure. This problem is well documented by customers of these vehicles however no repairs of this manufactured defect have been provided by the manufacturer.

   NHTSA complaint #11498903 · source
7. Filed Sep 7, 2022170,310 miVALighting

   The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated when she turned on the headlights, she noticed that the passenger’s side headlight was not illuminated. The contact then noticed that the headlight assembly had water on the inside. The contact was able to drain the water out the headlight assembly and the headlight illuminated; however, the failure occurred with the driver’s side headlight assembly. The dealer was contacted and stated that the headlight assemblies…

   NHTSA complaint #11483286 · source
8. Filed May 13, 2022100,000 miMILighting

   The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that there was water inside the headlamp housing. While driving at night, the headlights failed to produce adequate lighting; the hi-beam headlights was needed for safe nighttime driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no further assistance was provided. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11464460 · source
9. Filed Apr 28, 202298,000 miGALighting

   The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the headlights suddenly stopped illuminating. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the headlamps were damaged due to condensation and moisture inside the headlight assemblies and the headlight assemblies need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The contact indicated that the…

   NHTSA complaint #11462541 · source
10. Filed Apr 12, 202252,000 miMILighting

    The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlights were significantly dim. There were no warning lights illuminated. Upon inspecting the headlights, the contact noticed that water had leaked inside the headlight housing. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the headlight replacement would be at his own expense since an unknown recall had already expired. The vehicle was not diagnosed…

    NHTSA complaint #11460518 · source
11. Filed Jan 18, 202294,024 miMDLighting

    The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights failed to illuminate as needed. Additionally, water would seep into the headlights. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and diagnosed that the headlights needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that he had to pay out of pocket for the headlight replacement and to contact the manufacturer for reimbursement. The vehicle was not repaired. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11447915 · source
12. Filed Jan 3, 2022ILLighting

    When driving at night with my headlights on regular low beam, I can't see a [XXX] thing! It is beyond dangerous to drive with low beams on. Unfortunately it has resulted in me driving with my brights on causing oncoming motorists to deal with being vision impaired, making it another dangerous situation! This is completely ridiculous that Cadillac will not recall these headlamps. I am not able to afford the replacements and was totally unaware of this issue when I purchased…

    NHTSA complaint #11445926 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology