How many problems does the 2014 CADILLAC SRX have?

The 2014 CADILLAC SRX currently has 376 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2014 CADILLAC SRX?

The most common problems reported for the 2014 CADILLAC SRX are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

2014 CADILLAC SRX Problems

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

232 complaints

While on low beam, the headlights are WAY too dim. Apparently, this is a common and well known problem. I just purchased this car, have replaced the bulbs, checked the voltage and cleaned the lens. I cannot see to drive at night on low beam.

Dec 13, 2025

Complaint: 2014 Cadillac SRX Dim Headlights Subject: URGENT SAFETY HAZARD AND DEFECT: Severely Dim Headlights on 2014 Cadillac SRX (Affecting 2010-2016 Model Years) – Failure to Act Despite Class Action and NHTSA Complaints Vehicle Information: * Year: 2014 * Make: Cadillac * Model: SRX * VIN [XXX] 4 * Owner/Complainant [XXX] r * Contact [XXX] [XXX] m 1. The Defect and Safety Hazard The headlights on my 2014 Cadillac SRX have become severely and progressively dim, constituting a major safety hazard for night driving. * Hazard: The lack of adequate light output dramatically reduces visibility, compromises the driver's ability to see obstacles, and increases the risk of a severe accident during operation at night, dusk, or in poor weather. This is a critical failure of a core safety component. * Cause: The root cause is a well-documented design flaw in the headlight assembly (affecting 2010-2016 models) that allows moisture to enter the sealed unit. This moisture degrades the internal reflective coating, permanently destroying the light's effective output. 2. Failure to Act Despite Known Issues General Motors (GM) and the appropriate safety regulators have been aware of this critical defect for years, yet no mandatory safety recall has been issued: * NHTSA Complaint History: According to public records, complaints regarding this exact issue have been "pouring in" for the last five years or more. The high volume of complaints clearly demonstrates a systemic, widespread, and dangerous failure across this vehicle platform. * Class Action Lawsuits: This defect has been the subject of class action litigation against General Motors, further establishing that the company is fully aware of the design flaw and the resulting safety hazard. 3. The Unacceptable Repair Burden I am being forced to bear the cost of replacing the defective assembly with a new part that utilizes the same fundamentally flawed design. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Dec 09, 2025

Crash: 1

Headlamps are very weak on low beams.

Oct 21, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the headlamps were extremely dim and failed to properly illuminate the roadway while driving. The high-beam headlights had to be activated to properly illuminate the roadway while driving. The dealer was contacted and notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The headlight bulbs were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 86,000.

Dec 30, 2024

I noticed that changing out my headlight bulbs on my vehicle that I still could not see at night. I also bought a very good brand / new led lights for my 2014 srx. I have done research and noticed the headlights itself seems to be an issue on a lot of these specific vehicles . It makes it very hard at night to see and honestly makes it very dangerous to drive it darker areas without keeping my brights on .

Nov 08, 2024

+ 227 more complaints for this component

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

19 complaints

I have a 2014 Cadillac SRX AWD. My passenger rear tire kept losing air. I looked it over a dozen times and never found anything wrong with it as to why it was losing air. I would put air in it and within 2-3 days, I needed to put air in it again. This went on for a few months at least. Then out of nowhere my driver rear tire started losing air and when that started my passenger tire was holding air. Again, I looked my tire over and no screws or anything. Same thing with my passenger rear, I would have to put air in it every couple days. Just 2 days ago I was putting air in my driver rear tire, I stopped for a minute to check to see how much PSI I still needed to go. It was at 30PSI so I had a little left to go then BAM my tire blew. It wasn't even close to where it needed to be. my fiancé took my tire off and it was badly worn from the inside. I hadn't had these tires for 2 years and they should have lasted another year or 2. My boyfriend told me it was because of the toe links rubbing on them and that I needed adjustable ones. I looked on this website for recalls and according to my VIN number I don't have any recalls even though there has been for these rear toe links for other 2010-2016 Cadillacs. I can't drive my car until this is fixed. I should not have to pay for this myself. What if my tire blew when I was driving down the road with my daughter? I would have lost control of the car. All 2010-2016 Cadillacs should get the toe links replaced with adjustable ones immediately.

Jun 15, 2023

Delaminating/Unworking Touch Screen - KNOWN Cadillac issue 1) Back up camera is no longer visible when parking my car. 2) GPS is no longer available due to the spider lines, I have to use my phone for GPS on the highway making it unsafe due to the super small screen instead of the large CUE screen in the Cadillac SRX I purchased. 3) You can no longer pair your cell phone with the Bluetooth in the Cadillac, because of the spider lines on the screen causing the screen to stop working completely. This makes my vehicle no longer handsfree. 4) I can no longer control the heating and cooling system with the touchscreen not working,

Feb 01, 2023

Rear trunk/hatch lid: I had pressed the switch on the hatch lid to cause closing. At this point my wife walked too close to the closing hatch and it hit her, and continued to close, causing a gash on her forehead. I am of the belief that any contact made by the hatch and a foreign object will cause the hatch to reverse its closing action.

Nov 06, 2022

Injuries: 1

THE CUE SCREEN IS NOT FUNCTIONING. THE SCREEN HAS SPIDER-LOOKING CRACKS, I CAN NOT SYNC MY PHONE OR ANYTHING ELSE. I WAS TOLD BY CADILLAC THAT REPLACING IT WOULD COST 1600.00.

Mar 18, 2021

SCREEN JUST CRACKED.

Mar 18, 2021

+ 14 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

15 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH, the infotainment screen intermittently darkened and became inoperable. Additionally, the back-over prevention camera was intermittently inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was an unknown component failure that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and made the contact aware of a GMC reimbursement program associated with the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.

Oct 31, 2024

My elderly mother has a 2014 Cadillac SRX. While the vehicle was parked, the center information radio cue system screen cracked all of sudden. I am unable to use or see the cue system and afraid to touch the screen, so that I will not cut my hand or get injured. There was no warning that the screen had cracked. Since the incident first happened the cracking has gotten so much worst. I had my my mother take the vehicle to the dealer, to figure out why this happened, they informed me that the cost to replace the entire cue system would cost over $1200, and it was nothing that they could do, and that they have never seen this happen before. The vehicle only had approximately 43,000 miles on it when this happened. This is extremely unacceptable. TSB: PIC6055C (Electrical: Radio/Tape Deck/CD).

Jan 20, 2023

My CUE screen is cracked and unresponsive. I went to the dealership and they said it was out of warranty and they would not repair item. From looking online the CUE system is defective and has affected many Cadillac cars. I am very disappointed with GM. I had the top model and it should not have cracked. They have known about the problem for years and chose to ignore it. I am leery of buying another Cadillac since they do not care about their customers.

Jun 24, 2022

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated the touchscreen became inoperable in 2017. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed the cue screen needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred in 2021. The manufacturer was notified however no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 28,124 and 63,991.

Aug 20, 2021

ENTERTAINMENT CUE SYSTEM JUST STARTING CRACKING FOR NO REASON AT ALL. MY VEHICLE WAS JUST PARKED AND I CAME OUT TO MY VEHICLE AND I NOTICED THE SCREEN WAS STARTING TO CRACK AND SPREADING.

Mar 14, 2021

+ 10 more complaints for this component

SUSPENSION

14 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The vehicle had previously been serviced at the dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle after the recall repair was performed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and diagnosed with strut failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the front sway bar was loose. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Jun 13, 2022

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the traction control and stability control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was later serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the failure recurred. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and dealer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

Nov 15, 2021

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.

Oct 06, 2021

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.

Sep 29, 2021

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part for the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Service rear axle" warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with a faulty sensor. The sensor was replaced however, the failure recurred. Reno Buick GMC Cadillac (900 Kietzke Ln. Reno, NV 89502) was made aware of the issue but informed the contact that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,000.

Sep 17, 2021

+ 9 more complaints for this component

POWER TRAIN

12 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while attempting to drive, the vehicle failed to move. The contact noticed there was no transmission fluid in the reservoir. The contact added transmission fluid, but the vehicle was still inoperable. There were unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 123,000.

Sep 10, 2024

2014 CADILLAC SRX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO TRANSMISSION ISSUES. THE CONSUMER STATED THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED. IT WOULDNT MOVE LET ALONE HARD SHIFT. ALSO, THE CONSUMER WAS DISPLEASED WITH THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO READ AND LISTEN TO COMPLAINTS.

Feb 17, 2023

2014 CADILLAC SRX. CONSUMER SEEKS REIMBURSEMENT FROM VEHICLE REPAIRS MADE REGARDING REAR AXLE.

Dec 06, 2021

MOSTLY DURING DECELERATIONS AT LOW SPEEDS, AS IS THE CASE FOR US UPON ENTERING OUR NEIGHBORHOOD, WE EXPERIENCE HARD SHIFTS OR A "BUCK". THERE ARE OCCASIONS WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN WHEN ATTEMPTING A QUICK ACCELERATION FROM A COMPLETE STOP OR LOW SPEED IN CITY TRAFFIC.

Nov 18, 2020

LIGHT FOR SERVICE REAR AXLE DISPLAY ON FRONT DISPLAY WAS NO WITH A WEIRD JERK IN THE DRIVE OF SUV. SO I TOOK MY 2014 CADILLAC SRX WITH 74000 MILES TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT AT A CADILLAC DEALERSHIP IN NJ AND WAS TOLD THE AXLE OIL PUMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WITH SERVICE HOURS OF 6 AND GRAND TOTAL $1600 FOR REPAIRS.

Oct 14, 2019

+ 7 more complaints for this component

VISIBILITY/WIPER

11 complaints

2014 low beams became dim. I changed out the bulbs for new ones and still cannot drive my vehicle at night. The SRX website states this is a known Cadillac SRX problem but there is no fix except to replace the lights with the same defective lights

Dec 25, 2023

The headlamp assembly is faulty. There is virtually no visibility from headlights. The headlamps were so bad, I was put at risk because I was almost hit head on by an oncoming vehicle at night. I had to veer off the road to avoid collision, risking mine and my daughter's life. It has been inspected by dealership and confirmed the headlight assembly faulty because of damage to internal component. An independent service center diagnosed and confirmed as well.

Sep 05, 2021

DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR DELAMINATED. CAR HAS EXACTLY 46663 MILES ON IT AND IS GARAGE KEPT. CADILLAC SAYS SORRY IT'S OUT OF WARRANTY AND WANTS ALMOST $500 TO REPLACE THIS SAFETY RELATED ITEM.

Jul 28, 2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE HEADLAMP WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO HAVE THE HEADLAMP BULB REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT CALLED LOCAL DEALER CADILLAC OF SOUTH CHARLOTTE LOCATED AT 10725 PINEVILLE RD, PINEVILLE, NC 28134 AND WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 69,000. *BF*JB

Jan 27, 2020

THE HEAD LAMPS DO NOT PROVIDE ENOUGH LIGHT TO SEE OBJECTS ON THE ROAD. THERE ARE HUNDREDS ON COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER SRX OWNERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND ON DRIVING TEST.ORG. THE LOW BEAMS ON THIS CAR AS SO DIM THAT YOU CANNOT DRIVE IT SAFELY AT NIGHT. CADILLAC REFUSES TO ACCEPT THERE IS AN ISSUE. MULTIPLE CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS HAVE BEEN LAUNCHED AND THIS SAME COMPLAINT IS ALL OVER THE INTERNET. I CAN'T UNDERSTAND WHY NHSTA HASN'T LOOKED INTO THIS PROBLEM SINCE IT PRESENTS DANGEROUS SITUATION AND AFFECTS MULTIPLE CADILLAC MODELS FROM 2010 TO 2015. PROBLEM CONTINUES TO WORSEN AS THE CAR AGES. PLEASE LOOK INTO THE OBVIOUS SAFETY HAZARD.

Dec 12, 2019

+ 6 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

10 complaints

Class action lawsuit was file for headlights that go dim after life of the vehicle. I never received letter in regards to lawsuit and dealer will not help to replace headlights. This should be a recall headlights are very important dealer and manufacture are aware of this headlight issue because of the class action lawsuit they settled. PLEASE MAKE THIS A RECALL HEADLIGHTS GO DIM NO VISIABILITY AT NIGHT!!!! Manufacture recommends to replace out of pocket expense to consumer knowing it is a manufacture defect on their part. No accident but many close calls.

Jan 19, 2022

Dim lights housing burned out. Diagnosed by local mechanic and confirmed by Cadillac dealership in Smyrna, Ga. Service dept. says all SRX are having this problem, but he also stated that the recall was already done. The actual recall I received was about condensation in the lights which does not seem to be a problem for my vehicle, so if people are taking their vehicles in and being told the recall is already done, then they are probably not reporting the problem. This affects the safety of myself and others as I am unable to see well in dimly lit areas and I have to use my bright lights to avoid having an accident. There is no warning indicator for this. I can just tell that the lights are not working properly. Also the electronic touch screen that controls the radio and heating is not working properly. I cannot redirect the heat, so it only blows out of defrost vents. It’s very cold in the back for my 4 year old. My vehicle is available for inspection upon request and once I get the mechanic to look at it again, I can provide a picture of the burned out housing unit.

Nov 13, 2021

THE CADILLAC CUE HAS FROZEN AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE HIGHLIGHTS ARE SO DIM IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT.

Jan 13, 2020

HEAD LIGHTS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY WHEN ON DIM> THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR SOME TIME AND CARMARGO CADALIC WANTS TO CHARGE ME TO TELL ME THEY DON'T WORK. HMMMMM I KNOW THEY DON'T WORK.

Oct 08, 2019

I CANNOT DRIVE AT NIGHT BECAUSE HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM YOU CAN'T SEE THEM 100 FT AWAY.ALSO WATER IN ASSEMBLY. HAVE REPLACED AND IT MADE NO DIFFERENCE.

May 01, 2019

+ 5 more complaints for this component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER

7 complaints

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

Sep 21, 2022

My car is undriveable after sunset because of low beam dim headlights. My car is a 2014 Cadillac SRX with 74971 miles. I've had a estimate of $1763.24 to fix problem at Labadie Cadillac in Bay City, MI. After investigation this has been a problem known to you for years, I don't understand why a safety recall has not already been ordered against GM, we can't see where we're going at night, that sounds like a safety problem to me. I know GM has paid for repairs after class action lawsuits, but why wasn't a safety recall ordered by you?

Dec 24, 2021

you can not see the highway at night.one has to slow down or stop to see.the only way to see is with the high beams on,which is unsafe for other drivers coming toward you.on other ocassions,i simply had to pull over to the side of the road.

Nov 12, 2021

WE PURCHASED THIS 2014 SRX IN 2017 IN DAYLIGHT AT GATEWAY BUICK,DALLAS,TX. AFTER A FEW DAYS DRIVING IT AT NIGHT COULD QUICKLY TELL THE HEADLIGHTS WERE TOO TOO DIM TO BE DRIVING AT NIGHT, COMPLAINED MANY TIMES TO THEM, THEY EVEN LATER CHECKED LIGHTS OUT AND SAID ALL WAS OK! VERY DISGUSTED WITH CADILLAC NOT WANTING TO RECALL AS I FOUND OUT THAT THE 2010'S THR 2015'S ARE ALL DEFECTIVE. WE CALL CADILLAC AND THEY TELL US THIS CAR IS IN NAME OF A MAN IN CALIFORNIA AND THEY CAN'T HELP US. I AM VERY VERY MAD AT CADILLAC FOR NOT SUPPORTING THEIR CUSTOMERS IN THIS WAY! WE HAVE NO ONE TO TURN TO BUT ONLY FINDING A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM ONLINE AND NOTHING BEEN DONE ABOUT THIS TRAGIC SITUATION. FINALLY ORDERED NEW HEADLIGHTS THROUGH CADILLAC DEALERSHIP ($2,000.00 TO REPAIR)EARLIER THIS YEAR AND TELL US NOT IN AS YET. THEY ARE ALL IN DENIAL. I AM 77 NOW AND HUSBAND 85 AND OUR CHILDREN ARE VERY WORRIED ABOUT US DRIVING AT NIGHT. PLEASE IF SOMEONE COULD HELP IN THIS AWFUL SITUATION. A LETTER FROM CADILLAC EARLIER THIS YEAR SAID WILL ONLY PAY $1600.00 TO REIMBURSE US TO REPLACE THEM AND ONLY IF MOISTURE IS THE PROBLEM. DRIVING IN NEIGHBORHOOD IS HORRIBLE, NOT LIGHTING, MAIN STREETS WITH STREETLIGHTS OK, BUT ANY DARK STREET IS A DEATH RISK. THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING US TO VENT AND PRAY FOR SOME RESOLVING OF THIS SITUATION. I HAVE READ WHERE PEOPLE HAVE ORDERED HEADLIGHTS AND HAD THEM REPLACED AND STILL NO BETTER, JUST SAME OLD ORIGINALS. THANKS.

Sep 23, 2020

THE HEADLIGHTS OF THE CADILLAC SRX (2014) ARE SO DIM THAT YOU CANNOT SEE THE ROAD IN FRONT YOU AT NIGHT/EARLY MORNING. IT IS A HUGE SAFETY CONCERN. THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THESE HEADLIGHTS. MY BULBS HAVE BEEN TESTED AND ARE FINE. IT IS A DESIGN FLAW IN THE VEHICLE. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THE PROBLEM AND HOLD CADILLAC/GM RESPONSIBLE! ATTACHED ARE PHOTOS TAKEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS AND LATE EVENING HOURS.

Jul 17, 2019

+ 2 more complaints for this component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

4 complaints

Cadillac cue system started with spider veins on screen then stopped working at same time light gate goes up and down on its own when driving very dangerous, sometimes when parked it will go up part way down up again and then close someone walks by might hurt them shame Cadillac will not admit to this mistake on a 50000 car

Aug 03, 2025

GM Corp/Cadillac issued a recall to the vehicles info center CUE screens. They were deteriorating and potential provide false information on the cars message center. Cadillac replaced t he CUE screen on the 2014 SRX . The same screen that was replaced is now deteriorated to the point, that after 30 minutes of driving, the screen has become inoperative to the touch and not able to display and current information about the cars condition. This inoperative screen and lack of information creates a distraction and concern about the cars condition. Recall / Repair was done under invoice #218494 from AutoNation Cadillac of West Palm Bch, Fla

Jun 30, 2021

THE BACKUP MONITOR TOUCHSCREEN CRACKED INTO A SPIDERWEB EFFECT. I DON'T KNOW WHY BUT WAS SUDDENLY LIKE THAT AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE. *TR

Jun 24, 2020

THE CUE STOP WORKING. THIS IS AN ISSUE WITH THIS KIND OF VEHICLE. ALL THE OWNERS WHO HAVE THE VEHICLES ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE SHOULD BE A RECALL OR PLACE ANOTHER KIND OF SYSTEM IN THE CAR. IF YOU GOOGLE THIS ISSUE IT COMES UP RIGHT AWAY. NO ONE HAS $1200 TO KEEP GETTING THIS FIXED. MY TRUCK IS IN A/C MODE AND I CANNOT CHANGE IT.

Nov 28, 2018

SERVICE BRAKES

3 complaints

The ABS control module in my car is inoperable. I have lights on for ABS, brakes, and stabiltrac. Upon further investigation the ABS module is no longer available and no aftermarket part available. This leaves my car useless being I no longer feel safe driving it. If I lock up brakes in an emergency, my car could go into an uncontrollable slide (being front wheel drive) especially on wet roads. This would hold true for all of this make and many year models therefore many unsafe vehicles on road without the ABS braking control. I am at a loss....

Aug 06, 2025

THE BRAKES ON MY SRX FAIL TO OPERATE WHEN YOU PUSH ON THEM IT FEELS LIKE YOU HAVE BRAKES AND YOU FEEL A PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL BUT THE CAR DOESN'T STOP THERE'S A DELAYED RESPONSE AND IT HAPPENS AT RANDOM I'VE OWNED MANY VEHICLES IN EXCESSIVE 30 VEHICLES I HAVE BEEN A CAR SALESMAN FOR 10 YEARS AND I HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED A CAR LIKE THIS IT HAS BREAK FADE OR OR GHOST BREAKS I HAVE HAD AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF THIS AND RAN INTO THE BACK OF A VEHICLE BUT IN ADDITION OF THAT I HAVE RUN INTO THE BACK OF VEHICLES ON FOUR OCCASIONS WITH THIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY I OWN THREE VEHICLES AND THIS IS THE ONLY VEHICLE I'VE EVER HAD AN ACCIDENT IN AND NOW I'VE HAD FOUR INCIDENTS OF BUMPING ANOTHER VEHICLE EVEN WHILE PARALLEL PARKING BECAUSE THE CAR DOESN'T STOP ADDITIONALLY I HAD A FRIEND OF MINE WITH OVER 30 YR IN THE CAR BUSINESS DRIVE THE CAR AND HE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM I'VE LOOKED ONLINE NOW AND I FOUND THAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE THIS PROBLEM THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THIS HASN'T BEEN FIXED AND EVERYONE TAKES IT TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER TELLS ME YOUR BRAKES ARE FINE THERE'S A PROBLEM IN THEIR SOFTWARE FOR THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES AND IT DOESN'T APPLY THE BRAKES WHEN YOU THINK THEY'RE ON THEIR NOT

Jan 05, 2020

Crash: 1

HAVING PROBLEMS BRAKING. PADDLE SOFT HAVING PROBLEMS STOPPING. *TR

Sep 29, 2014

SEATS

3 complaints

I started my car using the remote start. When I opened my car the driver side seat was smoking and a hole had been burned in the back. The inside of the hole was red and appeared to be light up like a hot coil. I turned my car off and tapped/blew on the area to put out the little fire.

Mar 06, 2025

Fire: 1

MY DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BACK HAS A BURN WHOLE CAUSED BY SEAT HEATER WHILE DRIVING.

Apr 30, 2020

WHILE MAKING A 3 HOUR NON STOP DRIVE WITH THE DRIVER SEAT HEATER ON HIGH I RECEIVED SEVERE BURNS ON MY RIGHT THIGH. IT BLISTERED IN 2 OF THE 4 PLACES THAT THE SKIN WAS BURNED. *TR

Mar 29, 2015

Injuries: 1

ENGINE

3 complaints

Vehicle has dangerous and life threatening transmission problem that has cause me to lose control of my vehicle. Problem with jerking and cutting off started approximately in 2022 with 2 visits to shop for repair. In May 2023 until 2024, vehicle has been in repair shop for repairing including replacing transmission with a rebuilt transmission. Repair shop said vehicle is still u nsafe and may need to replace tranmission computer . Repairs has already caused me almost $20,000.

Aug 14, 2024

CADILLAC SRX STOPPED AT RED LIGHT AND HEARD CAR REVIVING UP. KEPT FOOT ON BRAKE BUT I AM VERY CONCERNED. WE WERE ON A CITY STREET.

Aug 26, 2018

WHEN I'M PARKING I GET MESSAGE TELLING ME IT IS NOT IN PARK, ALTHOUGH I PUT IT IN PARK. I HAVE TO DO IT TWO OR THREE TIMES FOR IT TO GET RIGHT. I PUT IT IN PARK AND IT TELLS ME ITS NOT IN PARK.

Oct 23, 2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER

2 complaints

Safety Defect Remedies on 2014 Cadillac SRX (VIN: [XXX] ) Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing as the owner of a 2014 Cadillac SRX, VIN [XXX] , to address two critical safety defects that I believe are the manufacturer's responsibility to remedy. Water Intrusion and Electrical Failure: My vehicle has a known defect where water from the sunroof consistently leaks into the trunk. This water repeatedly causes electrical damage to the component located under the spare tire. I have personally replaced this component on three separate occasions, only to have it fail again after rain. This recurring failure disables my rear windshield wiper, a crucial safety feature. Driving with my child in the car while unable to clear the rear window is the most unsafe I have ever felt. Dangerously Dim Headlights: The front headlights are dangerously dim and do not provide adequate illumination for safe night driving. This is a well-documented issue with this model and poses a clear and present danger to my family and others. I have already spent my own money attempting to fix a problem that is a design flaw. I have no desire to pay for any further remedies for these issues. As the manufacturer, General Motors is responsible for the safety of its vehicles. I have also filed a formal complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding these matters. I await your prompt response and a clear plan to resolve these critical safety issues at no cost to me. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] Vehicle VIN: [XXX] Current Mileage: 134,683 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Aug 09, 2025

WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AND YOU ARE USING LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC THE HEAD LIGHTS DO NOT PUT OUT ENOUGH LIGHT TO SEE THE ROAD. MANY OTHER OWNERS OF THESE CARS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. THE LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHT IS WAY TO DIM AND NOT MUCH BRIGHTER THE THE DAY TIME DRIVING LIGHTS. WHEN COMPARING THIS MODEL CAR TO OTHERS SIDE BY SIDE ON LOW BEAM THIS MODEL IS LESS THAN HALF AS BRIGHT AS THE OTHER MODELS ON LOW BEAMS. CADILLAC AND THE LOCAL DEALER SAY NOTHING CAN BE DONE FOR IMPROVEMENT. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE.

Oct 05, 2018

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE

2 complaints

1. Since owning the 2014 SRX the headlights are so dim to the point of not being able to use the vehicle at night or storms for fear of a crash. Now the Driver side HID Has failed along with the headlights housing to be cloudy on the inside. 2.Rear Door Hatch malfunction. Will not open or close with door switch , key fob or button on rear hatch door. I can open manually and close manually however this is a HUGE inconvenience as the rear door is so heavy. I’ve been told by the service department that it’s a design flaw from Cadillac Sunroof drain?

Jul 05, 2024

HEADLIGNTS ARE SO DIM ON MY VEHICLE, WHICH IS DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. I HAVE TO USE MY BRIGHT LIGHTS. I HAVE GONE TO THE ACTUAL CADILLAC SEWELL DEALERSHIP, THEY AGREED WITH ME THAT THE LIGHTS ON BOTH HEADLIGHTS ARE WAY TOO DIM. I ASKED THEM TO PLACE A BRIGHTER LIGHTBULB, BUT THEY SAID THEY WOULD BE UNABLE TO DO THAT SINCE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THE ENTIRE LIGHT FIXTURE. THEY SAID IT WAS COMMON WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL, AND REPLACING THE ENTIRE LIGHT FIXTURE WAS $1500 PER HEADLIGHT, MAKING $3000 TO MAKE HEADLIGHTS SAFE FOR NIGHT DRIVING. IT APPEARS THIS IS A MANUFACTURING ISSUE, THEY ARE TRYING TO MAKE THE CONSUMER PAY FOR FOR A PROBLEM NOT CAUSED BY THE CONSUMER. THEY MENTIONED THEY HAVE BEEN SEEING THIS ISSUE WITH MANY OF MY CAR AND MAKE.

Jun 08, 2018

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 complaints

Today is Saturday, November 11, 2023. While driving my check, engine light came on, and I was given a message on the dash that engine power was reduced. I was only able to drive the car 30 to 45 miles an hour to get home. I have not taken the car to the mechanic yet, but will do so when they open on Monday. I was in a heavily congested area with many cars passing me at great speeds. I connected a code reader to my automobile, and came up with the code P2138. After doing research, it is my understanding that General Motors knows of this problem and has not addressed it at this time. For that reason, I feel I should be reimbursed for mechanic parts and services to repair this problem.

Nov 11, 2023

BACK IN FEBRUARY OF 2020 I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT STARTED JERKING AROUND REALLY BAD WHEN I WOULD EITHER UPSHIFT OR DOWNSHIFT IN 1-2 GEAR. TOOK IT TO CADILLAC AND THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING. WE TOOK IT TO A COUPLE OF OTHER MECHANICS AND A LOT OF MONEY LATER NO ONE COULD FIND ANYTHING. ONE DAY DRIVING HOME FROM WORK THE CAR STARTED JERKING SO BAD THAT I ALMOST CRASHED. COME TO FIND OUT THE TRANSMISSION DIED. WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION AND A COUPLE OF MONTHS LATER HAVING PROBLEMS AGAIN. WHEN I DRIVE AND GET TO ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR THE ENTIRE CAR SHAFTS TO SHAKE AND JERK AROUND AND THIS HAPPENED WHEN I HAD MY KIDS IN THE CAR. GM IS DOING NOTHING TO HELP US. AT THIS POINT WE DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO AND AND CAN'T AFFORD TO KEEP RANDOMLY REPLACING PARTS ON A CAR THAT IS JUST NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AT THIS POINT. I AM TRULY AFRAID FOR MY FAMILY'S SAFETY.

Mar 24, 2021

AIR BAGS

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic who accidentally reset the air bag code when it was connected to the code reader. The failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

Nov 17, 2021

I WAS IN A SEVERE CRASH AND SUFFERED A SEVERE CONCUSSION. MY RIBBON FLEW OFF MY HEAD WHEN I CAME TO, I DID LOSE CONSCIOUSNESS AND WOKE UP TO ON STAR TELLING ME MY VEHICLE WAS IN A CRASH. I HAVE SEVERE PAIN IN MY NECK SHOULDER, ABRASIONS TO THE LEFT SIDE OF MY BODY AND BRUISING. THE VEHICLE IS TOTALED BUT THE AIRBAG NEVER DEPLOYED AND IT SHOULD HAVE WITHOUT A DOUBT. THERE WAS SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ENTIRE VEHICLE.

Jun 20, 2015

Injuries: 1

VISIBILITY

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving with the panoramic sunroof visor opened, the contact attempted to close the sunroof visor and the material ripped on the driver's side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who referred the contact to the local dealer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the contact was informed that the mechanic was unable to repair the vehicle. The dealer informed the contact to cut the material off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Oct 26, 2021

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INDEPENDENTLY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUN ROOF NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 43,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Nov 03, 2017

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER

2 complaints

THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS CONTINUE TO GROW DIM WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. THERE IS A SLIGHT REGENERATION WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. RESTART THE VEHICLE THEN THE HEADLIGHTS APPEAR TO CONTINUE TO DIM WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. THIS IS A NATIONAL SAFETY ISSUE. SEVERAL LAWSUITS HAVE BEEN FILED IN CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, ILLINOIS.

Nov 12, 2018

IT WAS A 93 DEGREE TEMPERATURE DAY AND THE CUE SYSTEM INTERNALLY CRACKED WHILE PARKED OUTSIDE MY WORK OFFICE AND DELAMINATED CAUSING ME TO BE UNABLE TO USE TEMPERATURE CONTROLS OR DEFROST TEMPERATURES AT TIMES. IT ONLY OCCASIONALLY WORKS BUT VERY RARELY

Jun 20, 2017

POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE TRAVELING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT FELT A SLIGHT JERKING MOTION. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS UNABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 38,000.

Oct 14, 2015

INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE CONTACT (C) WAS BACKING SRX DOWN THE APPROX 40 DEGREE UPSLOPE 100' LONG DRIVEWAY CURVED AT BOTTOM. SURFACES WERE DRY & IT WAS SUNNY. C PURCHASED SRX NEW (NAVIGATION, DRIVER AWARENESS & DRIVER ASSIST) IN LATE 12/13. C &/OR SPOUSE HAVE BACKED SRX DOWN DRIVEWAY WITHOUT INCIDENT 100 PLUS TIMES. C & SPOUSE ENTERED SRX, ADJUSTED SEATS & MIRROR, & BUCKLED SEAT BELTS. C DEPRESSED BRAKE PEDAL & PUSHED START BUTTON. WHILE RETAINING PRESSURE ON BRAKE, C SHIFTED TRANSMISSION SELECTOR INTO R, 'REVERSE.' THE BACK-UP CAMERA DISPLAY APPEARED. IMMEDIATELY, SRX BEGAN TO ROLL DOWN DRIVEWAY. ROLLING CONTINUED DESPITE INCREASING BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE EXERTED. C WAS STANDING ON BRAKE PEDAL TO GET SRX TO RESPOND TO FULL STOP. VIEWING THE BACK-UP CAMERA DISPLAY, C ATTEMPTED TO STEER SRX SO AS TO AVOID ENTERING STREET. SRX WAS STOPPED BY IMPACTING RETAINING WALL ON LEFT SIDE OF DRIVEWAY. ONCE SRX HAD STOPPED, C (WITH BRAKE PEDAL STILL DEPRESSED) WAS ABLE TO SHIFT GEARS & MOVE SRX FROM DRIVEWAY. C TESTED SRX BY DRIVING FORWARDS & BRAKING & NOTED NO ISSUES. SRX WAS DEALER INSPECTED. DEALER INDICATED THAT IT: "COULD NOT DUPLICATE CONCERN. CHECKED FOR BULLETINS, NO RELATED BULLETINS. INSPECTED BRAKE FLUID FOR LEAKS, NO LEAKS. NO STORED DTC'S." RE: SRX'S HILL START ASSIST FEATURE, WHICH HOLDS SRX FOR MAXIMUM OF TWO SECS SO DRIVER MAY MOVE FROM BRAKE TO ACCELERATOR WITHOUT RISK OF ROLLING - FEATURE DOES NOT FUNCTION. DEALER VERBALLY STATED THAT ON STEEP HILLS, SRX SHOULD BE DRIVEN WITH TWO FEET, ONE ON BRAKE & ONE ON ACCELERATOR. FOR THIS REPORT, C NEVER USED ACCELERATOR & NEVER REMOVED FOOT FROM BRAKE PEDAL. C BELIEVES SRX SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN AT RISK OF ROLLING & BRAKES & TRANSMISSION FAILED & SHOULD BE INVESTIGATED. CRASH RESULTED IN DAMAGE TO LEFT MIRROR, LEFT CHROME VENT & LEFT REAR WHEEL WELL. REPAIR COST ESTIMATED AT $980. *JS

May 18, 2014

Crash: 1

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS

1 complaint

I have been trying to enjoy this vehicle from the time it became part of my life. The first 6 months, I was unable to close the sunroof, because of that my passenger seat cracked since its been exposed to the sun for 5 years, the driver's side window could not roll down which we fixed; I never owned a vehicle where I could not access my trunk. The first 6 months of having this vehicle the lifgate became inoperable. the lift gate does not work. The sensors of the vehicle are useless, the car radioi does not work the cue sticks, which can be distracting and can cause an accident so I use the YouTube on my phone for entertainment. The sensors led to the transmission deteriorating to the point of the transmission fluid burning faster and deteriorating the components of the transmission. This is going to cost me 6000.00 These are known manufacture defects for the SRX 2014. Please help

Aug 30, 2025

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the ABS control module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

May 28, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS

1 complaint

Seat heater burned a hole through the seat on the driver side.

Nov 18, 2023

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while under the rear hatch door and remove items out the rear of the vehicle, the door come down and struck the contact in the back of the head. The contact stated that the door failed to stay in the upright position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Jul 28, 2023

STEERING

1 complaint

There was a recall on the toe links, but the dealer did not follow procedures. The toe link was replaced during a recall, but the mechanic never aligned the wheels. This should be standard process and should come free after the recall takes place. They never get back to me after a service request.

Apr 08, 2023

STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

The car needs an EBCM or EBTCM depending on which. dealer I'm talking to. The stability control service and power steering are turned off and the anti-lock brakes are disabled. I have been to two dealerships and the part is on nationwide backorder and is not being manufactured. One dealer has 15 clients waiting for the part the other 14 they are not taking new orders. I was told my best bet was to trade the car in. The car is unsafe to drive. I think all 2010 to 2016 SRX's should be taken off the road, they are a danger to themselves and others.

Jan 18, 2023

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint

Low beam headlights to dim to drive...very dangerous and gm is aware of the defective headlights

Nov 14, 2022

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

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.

Oct 14, 2022

STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

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.

Sep 22, 2022

EQUIPMENT

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated the center information screen was cracked. The contact was unable to see the system status. There were no warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure had gotten worse. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the screen needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned TSB: PIC6055C (Electrical: Radio/Tape Deck/CD). The manufacturer was notified however, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AT THE EXPENSE OF THE MANUFACTURER.

Feb 28, 2022

SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The vehicle was repaired but after retrieving the vehicle it was discovered that the ABS, Stabilitrak and traction control warning lights were all illuminated. The cause of the failure was not determined. The service center refused to repair the additional issues. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 127,249.

Nov 19, 2021

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

The floor mat does not stay in place and can get jammed behind the break peddle preventing breaking.

Sep 30, 2021

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the front driver’s and passenger’s side seat belts were inoperable. The passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed that the front driver’s and passenger’s side seat belt pretensioners and anchors needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,089.

Sep 21, 2021

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the service traction control message was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who stated that parts were not yet available. The contact was informed not to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 37,600. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Aug 25, 2021

SUSPENSION,WHEELS

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making turns the wheels were pulling and not feeling normal. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who stated that the parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a loaner vehicle or a credit towards another vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. The VIN was incomplete.

Aug 13, 2021

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was giving off excessive heat. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was contacted and informed her that the vehicle was performing normally. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.

Aug 13, 2021

STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS

1 complaint

CAR VEERED TO THE RIGHT INTO THE GUARDRAIL THEN LOSS OF CONTROL OF STEERING, CAR SPUN AROUND TWICE AND LANDED IN OPPOSITE GUARDRAIL FACING TRAFFIC WITH LEFT REAR TIRE FACING AWAY FROM THE CAR. WE WERE DRIVING AT THE TIME ON A HIGHWAY.

Jan 15, 2021

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,WHEELS

1 complaint

THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE BEEN GETTING MORE DIM CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES AT NIGHT FORCING ME TO USE THE HIGH BEAMS TO MUCH AND GM TRIED TO FORCE OWNERS TO PAY TO FIX $1700 ESTIMATE OUT POCKET WITH THE HOPE & PRAYER THEY WOULD REIMBURSE THROUGH A THIRD PARTY THAT HAS BEEN A NIGHTMARE AS DOCUMENTED ON:: HTTPS://GMAUTHORITY.COM/BLOG/2020/03/2010-2015-CADILLAC-SRX-OWNERS-STILL-BATTLING-WITH-HEADLIGHT-PROBLEMS/COMMENT-PAGE-5/#COMMENT-1001328 AND HTTPS://CADILLACSOCIETY.COM/2020/03/10/OWNERS-CONTINUE-TO-STRUGGLE-WITH-CADILLAC-SRX-HEADLIGHTS/ I HAD MORE THAN ONE INCIDENT THAT SHOWS MY CAR COULD CAUSE INJURY BASED ON MAKING MISTAKES FOR LACK OF VISIBILITY. THIS IS A DEATH WAITING TO HAPPEN AND GM IS BARELY GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS TO MAKE SURE THEY ARE NOT IGNORING IT BUT BLOWING IT OFF IN MANY WAYS SUPPRESSING IT IN MANY WAYS . THE OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THE WHEEL BEARINGS AND SUSPENSION ARE SCARY WHEN YOU HEAR THE NOISES AND I THINK MORE SCARY WHEN YOU ASK FOR AN ESTIMATE WHICH I WILL PUT OFF DECIDING TO TAKE A CHANCE WITH AN AREA OF THE CAR THAT CAN TRULY CAUSE DEATH IF THE PAST MEANS ANYTHING. I AM GOING TO MENTION THE PROBLEM WITH THE DEFECTIVE QUE SYSTEM THAT THEY ARE CLEARLY TRYING TO DENY BUT DID PAY 90% OF MY $1000 REPAIR WITHOUT TAKING BLAME AND OF COURSE THIS IS NOT A REAL SAFETY CONCERN BUT WORTH DESCRIBING BECAUSE IT SHOWS A CLEAR PATTERN OF SUPPRESSION AND AVOIDANCE TO RECALL A CLEARLY DEFECTIVE PART OF A VEHICLE . THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND CONSIDERATION.

Dec 02, 2020

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE

1 complaint

WHEN IT RAINS IT CAUSE WATER TO COLLECT IN THE SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT WHERE THE MODULE FOR THE LIFTGATE IS HOUSED. WHICH CAUSE THE CAR TO THINK IT'S BEEN STOLEN AND MAKES THE DASHBOARD AND SAFETY FEATURES DISABLE. IT ALSO MAKE THE CAR DON'T WANT TO TURN OFF AND IT RANDOMLY TURNS ON IF THE KEY IS NEAR BY. IT'S A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE CADILLAC SRX THAT CADILLAC REFUSE TO FIX OUT OF GOOD FAITH FOR ITS CUSTOMERS. IF THE MODULE GET WET YOU CAN SAY GOODBYE TO ANTILOCK BRAKES , TRACTION'S CONTROL ,AIRBAGS ,AND A HOST OF OTHER FEATURES TILL IT DRY OUT.

Sep 07, 2020

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

I PURCHASED A 2014 CADILLAC SRX AND BEGAN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION 7 MONTHS LATER. I WAS EXPERIENCING HARD SHIFT CHANGES CONSTANTLY WHILE DRIVING, TO THE POINT WHERE I ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER 5 TIMES FOR A DIAGNOSTIC REVIEW. OCCORDING TO THEM THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR UNTIL I DROVE IT THERE AND PHYSICALLY REQUESTED A MANAGER TO COME OUT AND DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH ME. THEN AND ONLY THEN THEY ADMITTED SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR, THEY KEPT IT FOR 2 WEEKS AND CLAIMED THEY PERFORMED A COMPLETE TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL. I TOOK THE CAR HOME AND 5 WEEKS LATER I WAS BACK AT THE DEALERSHIP WITH THE SAME PROBLEM, THIS TIME WORST THAN THE 1ST TIME. BY THEN MY WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED, THEY DID NOT WANT TO GUARANTEE THEIR REPAIR AND THEY WANTED ME TO PAY ALMOST 3,000 DOLLARS FOR TRANSMISSION REPAIR THEY CLAIMED TO HAVE DONE. MY OTHER ISSUE IS WITH THE CUE, IT CRACKED WHILE THE CAR WAS AT THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD I NEEDED TO PAY 1,500 DOLLARS TO FIX. SECOND TIME I HAD AN ISSUE WITH IT. THIS MODEL HAS SO MANY ISSUES IT DEFINITELY SHOULD BE RECALLED BEFORE SOMEONE DIES ON THE ROAD FROM A FAULTY TRANSMISSION AND CUES THAT CAN BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOU HAVER TO USE YOUR CELL PHONE FOR NAVIGATION.

Jul 08, 2020

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint

BRAKES DID NOT SLOW VEHICLE DOWN IN 25 MILE PER HOUR ACCIDENT, BRAKE WORK DONE BY DEALERSHIP 2/2019

Sep 11, 2019

Crash: 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

THE PROBLEM STARTED A YEAR AGO WITH THE LIGHTS BECOMING SEVERELY DIM AND UNSAFE AT NIGHT. IN THE PAST TWO MONTHS THE VEU SYSTEM HAS TAKEN A MIND OF ITS OWN AND USUALLY DOES NOT WORK FROM THE CENTER CONSOLE. NOW THE CAR DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. IT'S LIKE IT'S SHORTED OUT THE WHOLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WORST CAR EVER!!! I WILL NEVER BUY A CADILLAC EVER AGAIN.

Dec 15, 2018

SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,WHEELS

1 complaint

ON MAY 12, 2018, WE WERE DRIVING WEST ON MARYLAND INTERSTATE 68 THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS. WE WERE DRIVING DOWNWARD ON ONE OF THE MANY MOUNTAINS AND I NOTICED A WOBBLE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL. I BEGAN TO WORRY AND SLOWED DOWN FROM 70 MPH TO 50 MPH. AS I APPROACHED THE BOTTOM OF THE MOUNTAIN THERE WAS A CURVE TO THE LEFT. ALL OF THE SUDDEN WE LOST CONTROL LIKE WE WERE ON ICE. WE TURNED 360 DEGREES AND SLAMMED INTO THE RIGHT BERM GUARD RAIL AND THEN PROCEEDED TO TRAVEL BACK ACROSS THE TWO LAND HIGHWAY AND HIT THE LEFT MEDIAN GUARDRAIL AND CAME TO A STOP. THERE WERE THREE OF US IN THE CAR AND FORTUNATELY ONLY MINOR INJURIES. WE OBSERVED THAT THE AXLE AT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HAD SHEERED OFF. I COULDN'T BELIEVE IT! ALSO. THE SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE SLAMMED INTO THE GUARD RAIL. *TR

May 14, 2018

Crash: 1

Injuries: 2

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING AT UNDISCLOSED SPEEDS, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WAS DOWNSHIFTED AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO AN ABRUPT STOP. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THERE WAS A HESITATION OCCASIONALLY WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SHIREY CADILLAC (10125 S CICERO AVE, OAK LAWN, IL 60453, (800) 338-4553) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE CADILLAC CUE SYSTEM, WHICH CONTROLS THE HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING, DEFROSTER, RADIO, NAVIGATION, CRUISE CONTROL, AND TELEPHONE SERVICE, WAS ALSO INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.

Jan 08, 2018

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE JERKED EXCESSIVELY WHEN APPROACHING A STOP OR WHILE BEING PARKED. THE VEHICLE ALSO JERKED WHEN ACCELERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO SEPARATE DEALERS, BUT THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPLICATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.

Nov 29, 2016

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,000. UPDATED 08/05/16*LJ

May 17, 2016

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 complaint

STABILITY SYSTEM ENGAGED IS HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY AND MORE FREQUENTLY EVEN IN SITUATIONS WHERE IT IS CLEARLY UNNEEDED - DRY, STRAIGHT ROAD WITH NO ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION. DEALER COULD NOT DIAGNOSIS EVEN WITH ROAD TEST. GM HOTLINE SENT ME BACK TO THE DEALER. SYSTEM ENGAGES RANDOMLY FOR A FEW SECOND AND THEN RELEASES. CAR JERKS TO ONE SIDE. VERY DISCONCERTING. WIFE WILL NO LONGER DRIVE CAR

Dec 10, 2015

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

1 complaint

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT LESS THAN 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THERE WAS SMOKE AND MASSIVE FLAMES ERUPTING FROM UNDERNEATH THE PASSENGER'S SIDE HOOD. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE CONTACT DID NOT DISCLOSE IF A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED OR NOT. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,200. UPDATED 4/13/15*CN

Mar 04, 2015

Fire: 1

AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A CEMENT POST AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER BOTH SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,999.

Dec 12, 2014

Crash: 1

Injuries: 2

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