2007 Cadillac SRX
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 52
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2007
Opened by NHTSA
23% of complaints
Complaints per year
2007: 52 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 216 |
| 2005 | 122 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 474 |
| 2011 | 447 |
| 2012 | 416 |
| 2013 | 393 |
| 2014 | 390 |
| 2015 | 443 |
| 2016 | 169 |
| 2019 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
23% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing seal and differential unit.
Show complaint excerpts
2007 Cadillac SRX locked down while driving. Consumer stated that he lost control of the vehicle due to this failure and hit another vehicle. Consumer stated that the insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-28
Electrical system
13% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing ignition.
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Hello, the reason for my email is that just this past Monday, November 25 of 2013 the sunroof to my 2007 Cadillac SRX exploded while driving on the freeway with no explanation. This happened around 8PM on a cold and drizzly night.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-02
Also filed under Visibility
The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while his mom was driving on a hot day, upon attempting to remove the key from the ignition, the vehicle failed to turn off. While in accessory mode, the vehicle failed to turn off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-07
Visibility
13% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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My husband purchased my vehicle in October, 2006. Within 2 months it was returned to the service department of the dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-25
Also filed under Structure
Service brakes
12% · 6 reportsEngine
12% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
2 timing chains within 8 months just put the second one in on Saturday and 4 days later the car is making the same noise again. I have spoke to many people about this and they are telling me this is a problem with this motor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-10
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2007-07-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-12-27 Failure of the rear differential
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2008-02-08Power train07V589000 On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and may experience a fluid leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge. The recall began on February 1, 2008. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006 or http://www.Cadillac.com; Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or…
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Cadillac SRX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V589000 · Power train
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- Is the 2007 Cadillac SRX reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Cadillac SRX is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Cadillac SRX?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Cadillac SRX have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.