2010 Cadillac SRX problems

“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 800-333-4223 they will tell you they quit because that was part of the settlement. Every head light assembly should have been replace, a total recall.”

“The vehicle was purchased approximately one month before this incident and was represented as inspected. While driving on the highway at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly exploded near the exhaust area. The engine then began smoking and caught fire. The brakes did not work, and the doors locked, preventing the driver from pulling over normally. The driver had to jump out of the moving vehicle while it was on fire in order to save her life and the lives of her daughter. The exact cause is UNKNOWN at this time. The vehicle is available for inspection. This incident poses a serious safety risk.”

“The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle, and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered that the engine compartment was on fire. No warning lights were illuminated prior to the fire. The vehicle was occupied during the fire; however, no injuries were sustained, and medical attention was not necessary. The contact stated that a Police and Fire Department report was filed. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 211,000.”

“* Component systems ABS, braking, steering, loud noises in rear wheels, grinding, are all malfunctioning. The left rear tire was tited while driving, I was told it was unsafe to drive. It's currently at the dealership. * Safety concerns are in the documentation. There are others in Add. Encl. VI - X. Due to the download restrictions, I was unable to submit. * The problems were also noticed by another service center wile putting tires on. * Warning Lights are consistently on: ABS, Engine, Stabilitrac. I can't remember the exact initial date, I know it's been years. I have called this to the attention to the service manager every time the car has been repaired. I have always taken it to the same Cadillac dealership and it's been the same service manager. I am sure, through all of the service records, the initial date can be found. It's been always overlooked. I paid cash for it at another non-Cadillac dealership in 12/2017. I am tired of being taken advantage of. Please help? Your immediate attention will be kindly appreciated. Thank you!”

“Problem: My 2010 Cadillac SRX with 87,000 miles been having issues with downshifting , my vehicle would not shift to second or higher gear while driving and makes it very unsafe on the road. When this occurs I would try to pull over safely to park. My SRX would be drivable if shifted to park and then shift to drive or if i turn off the vehicle and re-start. I have been back and forth going to my mechanic( s). I was told possible TCM issues but no definite diagnosis. I have been reading a lot of 2010 SRX owners on Cadillac forums with exact similar issues and decided on making this official to report to NHTSA hoping it would open an investigation and figure out the defect on this type vehicle. My vehicle issue or problem started to become symptomatic around year 2021 and my SRX has around 63,000 miles on it. I keep up with the regular scheduled maintenance and upkeep, The SRX looks like new and would like to keep it longer as the rest of the vehicle is kept it's appearance and other parts well. I have reported this issue directly to the main contact number @Cadillac company and they told me my vehicle VIN is not included on the safety recall with shifting issues…”

“(1) REAR HATCH CANNOT BE OPENED MANUALLY, SENSOR SHORTED OUT DUE TO DESIGN FLAW ALLOWING WATER TO COME IN CONTACT WITH SENSOR. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE.NO WAY TO EXIT THE VEHICLE FROM THE REAR. NO SAFETY RELEASE. (2) HEADLIGHTS POOR DESIGN , CONDENSATION BEHIND FRONT HEADLIGHTS MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE AT NIGHT. (3) SUNROOF DRAIN LINE TOO SHORT, DESIGN ISSUE. WATER COLLECTS FROM ROOF DRAIN AND LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FLOOR. WHEN THIS LINE BECOMES DISLODGED. DRAIN LINE IS ABOUT 2 INCHES TOO SHORT. CADILLAC KNOWS ABOUT THE PROBLEM BUT WILL DO NOTHING TO FIX IT. AGAIN ANOTHER $1000.00. THE FRONT DASH DASH NEEDS TO BE REMOVED TO FIX THIS. CADILLAC IS AWARE OF ALL THESE ISSUES AND REFUSES TO MAKE CORRECTIONS, THESE ARE ALL COMMON PROBLEMS NOT JUST MY VEHICLE BUT EVERY OTHER SRX FROM 2010 TO 2015. I'VE BEEN TO THE DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASION AND ALL I'VE GOTTEN WAS IT WILL COST X AMOUNT OF DOLLARS TO FIX IT. THEY RECENTLY SENT OUT A REPAIR FORM FOR THE HEADLIGHT ISSUE , BUT REQUIRE YOU TO PAY UP FRONT AND HOPEFULLY YOU'LL GET YOUR MONEY REIMBURSED AFTER FILLING OUT MULTIPLE FORMS.”