Cadillac SRX Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Cadillac SRX across 12 model years. The 2004 model year has the most (43). The words owners use most often: “traction control” (13% of reports).
- 112electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 48%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control: mentioned in 15 of 112 complaints (13%)
- Stability engaged: mentioned in 12 of 112 complaints (11%)
- Engine power: mentioned in 8 of 112 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 93 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 112 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 5 an injury.
Cadillac SRX electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 SRX | 3 | 2% | 11,200 |
| 2015 SRX | 2 | 0% | 42,500 |
| 2014 SRX | 1 | 0% | 106,000 |
| 2013 SRX | 4 | 1% | 44,500 |
| 2012 SRX | 8 | 2% | 90,500 |
| 2011 SRX | 7 | 2% | 96,020 |
| 2010 SRX | 15 | 3% | 100,151 |
| 2008 SRX | 2 | 4% | 116,098 |
| 2007 SRX | 3 | 6% | 30,000 |
| 2006 SRX | 8 | 12% | 125,150 |
| 2005 SRX | 16 | 13% | 114,000 |
| 2004 SRX | 43 | 20% | 75,662 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electronic stability control (esc) for the Cadillac SRX. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled, and the power steering and power brakes were inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact researched and became aware…
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the traction control and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle was jerking intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rod bearing needed to be…
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal noise detected. The electronic stability and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V473000…
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that there were electrical shortages on the dashboard, the smoke odor was detected while starting the vehicle, water was getting into the liftgate, all the warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle would hydroplane when it rained. The…
Power train axle is not right rear differential etc wheeels and rim get stuck when turnning either left or right key ring locks or get stuck. Shocks and stabitlty ligt comes on saying it needs fixing and tire sensor
Frequently asked questions
Do all Cadillac SRXs have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 112 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Cadillac SRX. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Cadillac SRX electronic stability control (esc)?
No recall currently lists electronic stability control (esc) for this vehicle.
What do owners say about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Cadillac SRX?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 15 of 112 complaints, followed by “stability engaged” (12).
Other Cadillac SRX problems
- Exterior Lighting problems (1,562)
- Electrical System problems (375)
- Suspension problems (260)
- Power Train problems (249)
- Engine problems (185)
- Service Brakes problems (172)
- Steering problems (129)
- Structure problems (122)
See all Cadillac SRX problems.