Cadillac SRX Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Cadillac SRX model year (2004–2016) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Cadillac SRX Years to Avoid
6 recalls · 473 complaints
20 reported injuries
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 531
7 recalls · 444 complaints
21 reported injuries
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 507
3 recalls · 412 complaints
27 reported injuries
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 475
Best Cadillac SRX Years to Buy
0 recalls · 27 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 33
0 recalls · 47 complaints
Main area: VISIBILITY
Problem score: 57
1 recall · 52 complaints
Main area: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 65
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Cadillac SRX — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 165 | 203 | Caution |
| 2015 | 3 | 438 | 467 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 2 | 382 | 402 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 5 | 391 | 444 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 3 | 412 | 475 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 7 | 444 | 507 | Avoid |
| 2010 | 6 | 473 | 531 | Avoid |
| 2009 | 0 | 27 | 33 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 0 | 47 | 57 | Good |
| 2007 | 1 | 52 | 65 | Good |
| 2006 | 3 | 68 | 87 | Good |
| 2005 | 3 | 122 | 175 | Good |
| 2004 | 7 | 218 | 273 | Caution |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Cadillac SRX Shopping Guide by Era
2013–2017
Best: 2016Mid-decade SRX units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2016 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder SRX models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report. Confirm all historical recalls have been completed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year SRX should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2010 Cadillac SRX if possible. It has 6 recalls, 473 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is EXTERIOR LIGHTING. The overall problem score is 531 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year SRX to buy?+
The 2009 Cadillac SRX is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 33. It has only 0 recalls and 27 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which SRX has the fewest problems?+
The 2009, 2008, 2007 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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