Worst 2010 Cadillac Srx Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Cadillac Srx.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 214 | 6 | 1 | 83,881 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 66 | 2 | 2 | 60,346 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 52 | 1 | 3 | 93,206 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 44 | 2 | — | 86,985 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 40 | 1 | — | 64,904 mi | |
| Brakes | 20 | 1 | — | 103,871 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 16 | 2 | 1 | 45,772 mi | |
| Airbags | 14 | 5 | 1 | 67,574 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 14 | — | — | 99,252 mi | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 12 | — | — | 81,592 mi | |
| Body Structure | 12 | 1 | 1 | 52,100 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 2 | — | 68,254 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 9 | — | — | 16,378 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 6 | — | — | 29,401 mi | |
| Fuel System | 6 | — | — | 54,000 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 90,000 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 5 | 2 | — | 54,317 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2010 Cadillac Srx
6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,097,867 vehicles.
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.
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 link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 26, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 23, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 114, ÂTHEFT PROTECTION. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE THAT WAS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED AND MAY COME OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION BRACKET.
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L GAS ENGINES (LAU) OR 3.0L GAS ENGINES (LF1). SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH PROCESSING OF THE CRIMP DURING MANUFACTURE OF THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE LINE MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE LINE. IF THE LINE WAS DAMAGED, A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK MAY DEVELOP. IF THERE IS A SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF FLUID LOSS, THE DRIVER WILL HEAR NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND INCREASED EFFORT MAY BE REQUIRED FOR STEERING.
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CADILLAC SRX EQUIPPED WITH A 2.8L V6 ENGINE. IF LOW OCTANE (REGULAR) FUEL IS USED IN THE VEHICLE INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED HIGH OCTANE (PREMIUM) FUEL AS STATED IN THE OWNER MANUAL AND ON THE FUEL FILLER DOOR, THE COMBINATION OF REGULAR FUEL USAGE AND AGGRESSIVE DRIVING MANEUVERS MAY INDUCE PRE-IGNITION. IF PRE-IGNITION OCCURS, YOU MAY HEAR A PINGING OR KNOCKING SOUND FROM THE ENGINE.
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2010 Cadillac Srx — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Srx reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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