Table 1 shows two common tire related problems of the 2004 Cadillac SRX.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems |
The contact stated tire pressure monitoring sensors were defective. The manufacturers recommended tire pressure be 32 psi . However, within 24 hours the sensors suggested the pressure dropped in all four tires. This caused the warning lights to illuminate, signaling low tire pressure. The sensors provided a false reading which alerted the contact that air should be added to the tires. This caused improper pressure to be added, resulting in over inflation. He took the vehicle to the dealer three times for this problem. Each time the dealer calibrated the sensors. This procedure temporarily remedies the problem.
The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated that a tire blew out causing the vehicle to spin out of control and crash. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and one injury was reported that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.