general problems of the 2010 Cadillac SRX

31 problems related to power train have been reported for the 2010 Cadillac SRX. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Cadillac SRX based on all problems reported for the 2010 SRX.

1 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 10/13/2024

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds a grinding noise was present coming from the front end of the vehicle. Also, while driving the vehicle would not accelerate pass speeds above 40 mph. The cause of the failures were not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was unknown.

2 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 09/16/2022

Hello, I wanted to let you all know that I have a 2010 Cadillac Srx, to which in the past these type of vehicles had had a transmissions issues, thus recalled. . . Well the vehicle I own, is doing and having the same transmission problem/issues. . . And yet it is not under the recall list. . . The Cadillac dealership, has my car and is wanting to open up the transmission and inspect it for almost 2 thousand dollars( I like on a dissability montly income) . . I had this same car diagnosed at 2 different auto shops , whom provided me with the folllowing 2 error codes p076 and p0700, which are the transmision control solenoid and the transmission control module. . . But back at the Cadillac service dealership , here in amarillo TX. . . They want almos $6000 for a new transmission replacement or half of that for rebuilding the current one. . . When I strongly believe that my car is part of the same recall , being the same model and same similiar transmission issues.

3 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/10/2022

Service rear axle message is displayed on the driver information center. The code indicates awd has been turned off which can put my safety and or safety of others at risk. Service bulletin (pi0703b) was issued for numerous 2010 Cadillac Srx, unfortunately the recall wasn't issued for my vehicle (VIN). The service bulletin was for dtc c0407 with symptom code 64, the exact same code that was found with my vehicle. I have attached the diagnostic sheet from certified Cadillac dealership in this case request. I did contact Cadillac customer service, they suggested to contact NHTSA regarding this recall.

4 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/10/2022

Service rear axle message is displayed on the driver information center. The code indicates awd has been turned off which can put my safety and or safety of others at risk. Service bulletin (pi0703b) was issued for numerous 2010 Cadillac Srx, unfortunately the recall wasn't issued for my vehicle (VIN). The service bulletin was for dtc c0407 with symptom code 64, the exact same code that was found with my vehicle.

5 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2021

My vehicle has service rear axle and stabilitrak warnings on and an open recall that was supposed to be addressed by August 12th still no remedy. The service bulletin states not to drive the vehicle if those warning lights are on due to the recall. My vehicle drives terribly and so I have listened and waited for remedy. I can't keep going without a vehicle so this needs to be moved along faster.

6 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 10/13/2020

My Cadillac will go into drive and reverse but when I'm driving down the road it won't shift the rpms stay real high it wont shift rather should I say in my Cadillac.

7 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 08/29/2020

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the vehicle would not shift gear properly with the “service rear axle” message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle received an unknown software reprogramming however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 65,000.

8 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/10/2020

Sometimes taking off in the car it might not shift causing the the car to rev. You can pull over and stop put the car into park then back into drive it will shift properly you just never know! very very dangerous in big intersections and busy cities.

9 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2019

I just bought this vehicle two days ago and now realized it loses power while driving (in-motion) and then jumps as if it wants to cut off. At the time, I was driving on a city street and as I tried to accelerate, the problem occurred. This is very dangerous and scary because it can cause a crash or cause other cars to rear-end it. Also, it says airbag needs servicing.

10 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2019

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would independently downshift without warning. After a few minutes, the contact would be able to resume normal driving upon restart. The contact called a dealer about the failure and was informed that unless a warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel, they could not diagnose the failure. Recently, the contact stated that while driving out of a parking lot, the vehicle would not shift out of first gear with the check engine warning light illuminated. After, calling her husband for assistance, her husband was able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle resumed normal operation. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

11 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2019

Tl- the contact's friend owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated that while traveling at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate while depressing the accelerator without warning. The contact's friend also stated that while at a complete stop, she would experience intermittent acceleration failure without warning. She then drove the vehicle to petro Cadillac 4012 14th st, pascagoula, ms 39567 where the contact had her sparks plugs replaced; however, the failure continued to occur. The contact also took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 88,000. Jo.

12 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 06/18/2019

Engine rpms rev abruptly between 3k - 4k during shifts. Mostly happening in 1st-3rd gear. This happens during any condition where my vehicle is accelerated moderately or higher. During light acceleration it is less noticeable but will still spike rpms during shifts. It hovers around 3k - 4k rpm before shifting. What it feels like under acceleration is like the transmission went into neutral for a few seconds then back into gear or into next gear under heavier acceleration.

13 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 12/19/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. While attempting to switch gears, the vehicle jolted and took extra time to shift into gear. Also, the transmission warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 12,191.

14 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 11/08/2018

Headlights are very dim due to moisture from a lack of sealing. There also seems to be a lot of others owners having problems with timing chains.

15 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/11/2018

Rakata recall. I was driving on interstate. Car shifted down and would not shift to higher gear for speed traveling causing 8000 rpm that resulted in engine blow. Smoke everywhere. Car was towed. I need a new engine due to transmission shifting down plus whatever happened with transmission.

16 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/07/2018

Approximately 3 weeks ago, my 2010 Cadillac Srx started vibrating shuttering when down shifting between 20-25 mph. I took into dealer who stated needs new transmission at 84k miles. Just today, it started vibrating hard down shifting at 40 mph. I had traction control issues around 61k miles which was covered under warranty, sensor failures, suspension and accumulator failure at 66k miles and a/c actuator faulty at 48k miles. Most repairs on any vehicle I have ever owned and this is gma top of the line.

17 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 11/16/2017

Driving my vehicle hose from radiator comes off and the transmission is contaminated, my SUV engine shuts off, how is this not a manufacture defect, I just went over my miles with the warranty, please e-mail marifluke@verizon. Net. . Marianne.

18 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2017

Front headlights are low beam and make it difficult to drive at night. You can only see a few feet in front of the car.

19 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 12/25/2016

Stabilitrak warning comes on and stays on. While on and making a sharp turn feels like the tires are trying to grip the road like there's no traction. This happens on sunny days with no precipitation. Also can not pick up speed. The stabilitrak warnings been on now for 2 weeks since the last time it rained. I find I'm burning gas quicker since it's on. Also sometimes my transmission won't shift into 2nd gear. It happens mainly when slowing down and goes back down to 1st gear but when I accelerate it won't shift back up. It also drops back into first while driving at a steady speed-not slowing down. I have to pull over and put in park then put back in drive in order for it to shift gears. It's scary when this happens on the highway because I have to get to the shoulder because the rpm's shoot way up and I don't want to damage the engine but I don't want to cause an accident either. I've seen recalls for this year and model for this exact same issue but my VIN is not on the recall list. I think this is highly unfair. These issues have been going on since I bought this vehicle in January 2016.

20 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 10/15/2016

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21 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 09/19/2016

Shift module 208755589 dated 01/25/2010 other numbers gm 4447/812516052/05model5 would not shift into park, vehicle would not turn off and rolled causing an unsafe vehicle.

22 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2015

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. While driving approximately 45 mph, there was a loss of power steering without warning. In addition, when the accelerator pedal was engaged the vehicle failed to respond. The contact sustained injuries to the shoulder and neck due to the excessive force applied to the steering wheel however, no medical attention was required. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the gear shift failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,260.

23 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/14/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph,the vehicle decelerated as the engine power reduced warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that an unknown module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,900. The VIN was not available. Ss.

24 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2015

On 2 occasions this month my 2010 Srx went from going approx 65 mph to around 20 mph max on major freeways. I worked my way to the shoulder, called onstar, they prompted me to turn the engine off and restart. Both times I was able to drive again. I took the car to the Cadillac dealer and they replaced the throttle body assembly at $784. This was so scary losing power on the freeway like this, there should be a recall for this issue.

25 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 10/04/2014

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, which resumed normal operation. The problem recurred several times. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

26 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 09/09/2014

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Srx. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost acceleration. The vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was applied. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was repaired, but the repairs were unknown. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

27 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 04/23/2013

Upon acceleration from a complete stop or rolling stop, the vehicle will stall for approximately 2-3 seconds. This incident has occurred more than 5 times in the last year. The vehicle currently has 55,000 miles.

28 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 10/02/2012

I am unable to shift the transmission out of gear (drive into park) when I go to park the car. When I do shift into park the dash reads "shift into park" as if it doesn't recognize, even though the shifter is in park and I am unable to turn the car off. I sit there and "jiggle" the shift knob for several minutes until it turns the dash error message off and then the car will turn off and I can finally exit the car. This corresponds with a NHTSA recall # 11v595. And the cad dealer and gm are not cooperating with me to cover the fix charge. I am fearful of rolling or not being able to turn the car off, or worse.

29 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/09/2011

My new car was towed a number of 4 times. First time car was only 6 mos old and had 3000 mi on it. Second and third time heritage Cadillac said they were working with engineers from Cadillac to try and repair. 4th time they said couldn't fix and car was not safe to drive, could get stranded in it. May or June 2011. Jan 2012, July 2011, may 2012 failure to start/towed in .

30 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 04/23/2009

The whole car is a shame. Wiring harness fell and melted, lost brakes, computer wouldn't allow car to start, stabili track, power steering, radiator all failed. No side panels installed in door jams.

31 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2006

F the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. I tried to explain this to local dealer. They told me there is no recall on the seat. They fixed it for a price on one occasion, but it broke again. I think the other problem with the suspension has been fixed. But my drivers seat in in really bad shape, I had an accident in it. I believe this caused the accident because the seat is really in bad shape. I lean to left when I am driving.



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