2008 Cadillac SRX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SRX years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 12th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Cadillac SRX. That ranks 12th out of 14 SRX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (11 complaints, 23%), typically at around 70,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 47owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Cadillac SRX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 23% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 8 | 17% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 7 | 15% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 15% | 43,587 | — | — |
| Structure | 6 | 13% | 9,364 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 13% | 102,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 11% | 56,250 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 9% | 115,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 4% | 116,098 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 4% | 48,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 4% | 76,008 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 136,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 4% | 116,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 2% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 2% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 51,300 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 13,876 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Cadillac SRX recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Cadillac SRX.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I got into an accident and my airbags did not go off
The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated and the horn became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the…
Tl* the contact owns 2008 cadillac srx. The contact stated that after her daughter arrived home and parked the vehicle inside the garage, several warning lights started flashing on and of. Her daughter attempted to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle would not restart. The contact had the…
Bought used..in idol will vibrate steering colum ..always signals to check tires and oil..
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 ' 70 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE CHECKED THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW TO SEE IF THE WINDOW…
Other Cadillac SRX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 SRX | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 SRX | 168 | 2 |
| 2015 SRX | 442 | 4 |
| 2014 SRX | 390 | 2 |
| 2013 SRX | 393 | 5 |
| 2012 SRX | 417 | 3 |
| 2011 SRX | 447 | 7 |
| 2010 SRX | 474 | 6 |
| 2009 SRX | 27 | 0 |
| 2008 | 47 | 0 |
| 2007 SRX | 52 | 1 |
| 2006 SRX | 68 | 3 |
| 2005 SRX | 122 | 3 |
| 2004 SRX | 216 | 7 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Cadillac SRX?
Owners most often report power train, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Cadillac SRX?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Cadillac SRX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SRX model years, the 2008 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.