2016 Cadillac Srx Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Cadillac Srx.

20152019
Complaints
206
Crashes
18
Fires
1
Injuries
17
Fatalities
3
Recalls
1

Worst 2016 Cadillac Srx Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#186 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:58,981 mi
Crash-related:2
#215 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:34,898 mi
#315 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:40,250 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Cadillac Srx.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
86
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
58,981
Electrical Faults
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,898
Suspension Failures
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
40,250
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
85,000
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
30,900
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
41,733
Wipers & Visibility
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
40,500
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Camera System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Bulbs
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights:High/Low Beam Dimmer Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Axle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear:Shock Absorber
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2016 Cadillac Srx

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~380,498 vehicles.

21V473000Suspension:rear
~380,498 affected

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.

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2016 Cadillac Srx — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 Cadillac Srx reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2016 Cadillac Srx has 206 NHTSA complaints, 18 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 86 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Cadillac Srx?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (86 complaints, avg 58,981 mi); Electrical Faults (15 complaints, avg 34,898 mi); Suspension Failures (15 complaints, avg 40,250 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Cadillac Srx?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 53,728 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 Cadillac Srx?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Cadillac Srx include 18 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 17 injuries, and 3 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 Cadillac Srx have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 380,498 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2016 Cadillac Srx?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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