2014 Cadillac SRX
This year had 30% to 100% more 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 216 |
| 2005 | 122 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 474 |
| 2011 | 446 |
| 2012 | 416 |
| 2013 | 393 |
| 2014 | 387 |
| 2015 | 442 |
| 2016 | 168 |
| 2019 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
61% of complaints: exterior lighting — 235 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
ð Complaint: 2014 Cadillac SRX Dim Headlights Subject: URGENT SAFETY HAZARD AND DEFECT: Severely Dim Headlights on 2014 Cadillac SRX (Affecting 2010-2016 Model Years) â Failure to Act Despite Class Action and NHTSA Complaints Vehicle...
NHTSA ODI report, 20251209
Projection lense for low beam is very dim. Unable to see road work low beam head light
NHTSA ODI report, 20230912
10% of complaints: electrical system — 39 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 30 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 24 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: suspension — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON MAY 12, 2018, WE WERE DRIVING WEST ON MARYLAND INTERSTATE 68 THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS. WE WERE DRIVING DOWNWARD ON ONE OF THE MANY MOUNTAINS AND I NOTICED A WOBBLE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180514
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The recall began November 11, 2014.
Campaign 14V571000 — check if this car was fixed
Rear Toe Link Adjuster Separation
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
Remedy: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings.
Campaign 21V473000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Cadillac SRX — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (235 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V571000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V473000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Cadillac SRX reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Cadillac SRX is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Cadillac SRX?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 61% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Cadillac SRX have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.