2015 CADILLAC SRX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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5/5

★★★★★

Safety Rating

531

Owner Complaints

17 Crashes 5 Fires

3

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

36

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2015 CADILLAC SRX

The 2015 CADILLAC SRX has received a total of 531 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:REAR, SEATS. 36 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Exterior Lighting (269 complaints), Electrical System (43 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (42 complaints).

Recalls for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX

NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX, potentially affecting up to 673,894 vehicles.

Recall 21V473000 — SUSPENSION:REAR

| 380,498 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.

Consequence: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings. Dealers...

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Recall 14V804000 — SEATS

| 3,155 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured November 11, 2014, to December 3, 2014. The front driver's seat may have been built with an incorrect seat track bracket. Drivers' seats with this condition may not be properly attached to the seat track.

Consequence: The front outboard seat bracket may become disengaged during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace affected seat track hook brackets, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac). GM's number for this recall is...

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Recall 14V571000 — SUSPENSION:REAR

| 290,241 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster...

Consequence: Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The...

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Owner Complaints for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX

531 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 269 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 43 1 Crash 1 Injury
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 42 1 Crash 2 Fires 1 Injury
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 32
Suspension
Complaints: 28 2 Crashes 3 Injuries
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 23
Power Train
Complaints: 16 1 Crash
Service Brakes
Complaints: 14 1 Crash
Engine
Complaints: 8 2 Crashes 1 Fire
Steering
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Seats
Complaints: 6 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Structurebody
Complaints: 6 1 Injury
Air Bags
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 4
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 4
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 2
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 2
Wheels
Complaints: 2
Back Over Prevention Warnings
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 1
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalinfotainment
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalinfotainmentvideo Touchscreenmonitorunit
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
Complaints: 1
Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control
Complaints: 1
Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking
Complaints: 1
Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Lane Departure Warning
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilockabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11716161 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | | 32,388 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlights were extremely dim and failed to provide sufficient illumination of the roadway. The failure significantly reduced visibility and created a safety hazard. The vehicle was driven to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,388.
#11707076 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | N/A miles
The trunk which operates by key fob only is no longer remaining open as it should. Instead the trunk will immediately upon opening begin to lower as very quickly. Once the automatic lowering hits the half way point, it will quickly close shut. This a liftgate issue/failure that has great potential to cause extreme harm to someone placing or retrieving items from the trunk; harm that has the potential to be fatal. This is the 2nd major safety issue that I've reported to GM (Cadillac) and no accountability has been taken. I've been told that they are aware of this issue (and the other) as they have been reported by other owners; however, they will love to offer money off if I purchased a new vehicle with them. This is absurd.
#11702642 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | N/A miles
My headlights have deteriorated to the point that the vehicle can’t be driven at night. GM/Cadillac acknowledged this as a problem with this particular model. I sent an email to the Cadillac CEO, Rory Harvey. I received a call from an executive assistant stating that this issue was addressed prior to my report. I stated I could not use the vehicle at night due to safety issues. Her response was to offer me a discount on a new purchase. My vehicle now has a significant safety issue. The Cadillac dealer quoted my a price of $2,600 to replace the headlights.
#11698933 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the headlights were dull. The contact cleaned the lens, but there was no improvement, and the driver was unable to see the roadway properly while driving at night. The contact had to drive with the high beams activated. Additionally, the information center was frozen. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The contact called the local dealer, who informed the contact that the reflector material had burned off. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
#11698933 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the headlights were dull. The contact cleaned the lens, but there was no improvement, and the driver was unable to see the roadway properly while driving at night. The contact had to drive with the high beams activated. Additionally, the information center was frozen. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The contact called the local dealer, who informed the contact that the reflector material had burned off. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

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Safety Rating for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX

The 2015 CADILLAC SRX received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Test Category Rating
Overall Rating ★★★★★ (5/5)
Frontal Crash ★★★★ (4/5)
Side Crash ★★★★★ (5/5)
Rollover ★★★★ (4/5)

Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX

General Motors, LLC has issued 36 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIT5846 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

This preliminary information discusses possible rear suspension issues caused by a rear toe adjustment link.

030603004W — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.

PIC6086D — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with steps to resolve the issue of an oily substance that may be found on the inside windshield surface, and appears to be leaking from the rear view mirror area. Technician will remove the moisture sensor and clean the glass and mounting bracket...

PIC6013D — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a "ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE" message on the Driver Information Center when attempting to activate the cruise. Technician will need to perform a Multi Axis Sensor yaw rate sensor learn procedure. If needed, also perform the Long...

PIC6123B — LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for the adaptive cruise control or lane keep assist unavailable message in the driver's information center after the vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight and high ambient temperatures. The cameras electronic control unit's internal operating temperature range is -40 degrees...

01-03-10-003M — EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains information for the new tires that the vehicle is equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage). For vehicles within this warranty period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro...

PIC-6086-A — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES THE TECHNICIAN WITH STEPS TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE OF AN OILY SUBSTANCE THAT MAY BE FOUND ON THE INSIDE WINDSHIELD SURFACE, AND APPEARS TO BE LEAKING FROM THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AREA. TECHNICIAN WILL REMOVE THE MOISTURE SENSOR AND CLEAN THE GLASS AND MOUNTING BRACKET...

PIC-6110-B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION FOR THE DEALER TO PLEASE COMMUNICATE TO THE CUSTOMER THIS CONDITION IS A NORMAL OPERATING CHARACTERISTIC OF THEIR VEHICLE. CUSTOMER'S RADIO TIMESHIFT AUDIO PLAYBACK IS CHOPPY, DISTORTED, SKIPPING, OR GARBLED.

PIC6178 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that vehicles with 8" CUE touch screen may have a brightness adjustment inoperative concern. Dealer will need to replace the Integrated Center Stack if image is dim during both day and night mode.

PIT5366 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a rear camera or radio inoperative. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code B127B sym 2B. Technician will need to gain access to the Human Machine Interface and unplug the X1 connector terminal 5 (circuit 5986)...

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 CADILLAC SRX

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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