2006 CADILLAC SRX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
96
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 CADILLAC SRX
The 2006 CADILLAC SRX has received a total of 96 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL, WHEELS:RIM. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (13 complaints), Power Train (11 complaints), and Steering (9 complaints).
Recalls for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX, potentially affecting up to 833,491 vehicles.
Recall 14V394000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 554,328 vehicles affected
Defect: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model...
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners...
View full details →Recall 07V589000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
| 275,936 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL DOES NOT MEET ALL OF THE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY EXPERIENCE A FLUID LEAK.
Consequence: A REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE MAY CAUSE LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER AND POSSIBLY LOSS OF CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PINION SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 1, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM; AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM.
View full details →Recall 06V307000 — WHEELS:RIM
| 3,227 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INCOMPLETE TIRE RIM DESIGNATION ON THE CERTIFICATION/TIRE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR EDGE. IN ADDITION, THE LABEL MAY ALSO BE MISSING THE TIRE LOAD RATING ON THE LABEL. ALTHOUGH THIS INFORMATION...
Consequence: IF A CUSTOMER REPLACES A WHEEL AND ONLY RELIES ON THE RIM SIZE DESIGNATION THAT IS INDICATED ON THE LABEL, A WHEEL THAT IS OF A DIFFERENT RIM CONTOUR DESIGNATION MAY BE INSTALLED. IT MAY BE DIFFICULT OR IMPOSSIBLE TO MOUNT THE TIRE ON A WHEEL WITH THE WRONG CONTOUR. IF THE TIRE IS MOUNTED ON THE WHEEL WITH THE WRONG CONTOUR, THE WHEEL AND TIRE MAY NOT PERFORM AS INTENDED, WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: A LABEL THAT WILL CORRECT THE LABEL ORIGINALLY INSTALLED WILL BE MAILED TO CONSUMERS ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL. THE RECALL BEGAON ON NOVEMBER 7, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX
96 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiring | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodyroof And Pillars | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chest Clip Buckle Harness | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingengine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingturn Signal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
My car was parked for 2hrs 30 min. And I came to my car to it being burnt from under the passenger seat. Door panel is damaged and window is shattered and burnt. Roof is burnt.I think it was due to the electrical wiring from under the passenger seat.
OIL SENDING UNIT FAILURE ON 2006 CADILLAC SRX OIL SENDING UNIT HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 X LEAKS OIL POSSIBLY CAUSING FIRE OR ENGINE FAILURE OR BOTH OIL SENDING UNIT HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES!
The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that he noticed that oil was leaking on the garage floor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil-sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired five times, but the failure persisted. The dealer declined to repair the vehicle again. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure but provided no additional assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
OIL SENSOR UNIT FAILURE CAUSING ENGINE TO LOSE OIL. a REALPROBLEM.
Safety Rating for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 CADILLAC SRX in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX
General Motors, LLC has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIC5460B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles with a no crank concern or they are unable to remove their key from the ignition lock cylinder may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0318, P1629, U1040, U1064, U1153, U1192, and U1300 stored in the...
PIP4964B — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will need to perform an injector balance or Active Fuel Injector Tester prior to going further. Technician will also...
PI0745C — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to correctly check and adjust fuses within the instrument panel fuse block for concerns with components fused through the instrument panel fuse block
09-06-04-026E — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin provides information on Identifying Non-GM (Aftermarket) Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines Using Tech 2 or GDS 2
SB-09205 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CADILLAC SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER PURGE SOLENOID VALVE WARRANTY. ON SOME MODEL YEAR CADILLAC VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L V6 ENGINES (LY7) AND 2.8L V6 ENGINES (LP1), THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER PURGE SOLENOID VALVE MAY STICK OPEN OR CLOSED. IF...
SB-09205 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CADILLAC SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER PURGE SOLENOID VALVE WARRANTY. ON SOME MODEL YEAR CADILLAC VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L V6 ENGINES (LY7) AND 2.8L V6 ENGINES (LP1), THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER PURGE SOLENOID VALVE MAY STICK OPEN OR CLOSED. IF...
070310009 — TIRES:MARKINGS
INFORMATION ON REVISED GOODYEAR RS-A TIRE STYLE AND TPC NUMBER. VEHICLES BUILT AFTER AUG 15, 2007 OR VIN 80112115 ARE EQUIPPED WITH A REVISED VERSION OF THE EAGLE RS-A TIRE. *NJ
3505 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES INVOLVING MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR; BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (BARO) SENSOR; ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (EOP) SENSOR; THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR; ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR; A/C REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR; FUEL TANK PRESSURE (FTP) SENSOR. *TT
4571 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NO CRANK / GAUGES INOPERATIVE / CANNOT REMOVE KEY / RADIO TURNS OFF. *KB
NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 CADILLAC SRX
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CADILLAC SRX
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- 2005 CADILLAC SRX — 162 complaints
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- 2008 CADILLAC SRX — 71 complaints
- 2009 CADILLAC SRX — 31 complaints
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- 2011 CADILLAC SRX — 573 complaints
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