NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
Visibility/wiper complaints
11 reportsClear category filterMileage unknown · Nov 17, 2025
Electrical SystemVisibility/wiper
there was a sunroof recall on my year of vehicle, with this being a used vehicle the previous owners did not know about the sunroof recall and this is why they sold the vehicle not knowing the issues it caused, so I purchased this vehicle wanting it to be my forever vehicle and still do, i am wanting the sunroof drain issue fixe…
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there was a sunroof recall on my year of vehicle, with this being a used vehicle the previous owners did not know about the sunroof recall and this is why they sold the vehicle not knowing the issues it caused, so I purchased this vehicle wanting it to be my forever vehicle and still do, i am wanting the sunroof drain issue fixed as this has messed with all of my electronical functions in my vehicle, when it rains or snows the electrical information stops working as it has gotten wet due to the drain shrinkage not being fixed, I cannot drive my vehicle safely when this happens, i have to wait until it dries to drive my vehicle again. Please help me with getting the recall reinstated so i can properly get this issue fixed that the previous owners did not know about and i can keep my vehicle safely driving on the roads.
NHTSA ODI #11699885
Mileage unknown · Oct 18, 2024
Exterior LightingVisibility/wiper
The headlights are very dim It is like driving your vehicle with a flashlight as the lighting. When you turn on bright lights you can see good but your then endangering drivers going the opposite directions It is very dangerous. If you reserch this issue on the internet it is a well lnown problem. How can people drive their ca…
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The headlights are very dim It is like driving your vehicle with a flashlight as the lighting. When you turn on bright lights you can see good but your then endangering drivers going the opposite directions It is very dangerous. If you reserch this issue on the internet it is a well lnown problem. How can people drive their cars like this. I did inquire with GM and they said they did at one time reimburse owners to get headlights replaced but that offer expired Well there are people out there driving these Dangerous cars that were not notified of this. I would invite anyone to drive one of these cars and see how bad it is. It is very urgent that someone look at this problem I have seen where there have been recalls over 10 years old . I am trying to get across how DANGEROUS this cars lights are. Please someone look into this Sincerely Sue Lanford Lance Lanford I dont know if NHTSA can or would get the media to film the lighing on these vehicles.
NHTSA ODI #11620682
95,700 miles · Dec 31, 2019
Exterior LightingVisibility/wiper
MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DIM. UPON DIAGNOSIS, THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE WIRING OR THE BULBS BUT THERE IS A DEFECT WITH THE HEADLIGHTS ON THE 2010 TO 2015 CADILLAC SRX'S. IT WAS EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE SEAL FAILS AND ALLOWS MOISTURE IN THE HEADLIGHT WHICH CAUSES A HAZE TO BUILD UP IN THE ENCLOSED LIGHT COVER …
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MY LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DIM. UPON DIAGNOSIS, THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE WIRING OR THE BULBS BUT THERE IS A DEFECT WITH THE HEADLIGHTS ON THE 2010 TO 2015 CADILLAC SRX'S. IT WAS EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE SEAL FAILS AND ALLOWS MOISTURE IN THE HEADLIGHT WHICH CAUSES A HAZE TO BUILD UP IN THE ENCLOSED LIGHT COVER WHICH IN TURN MAKES THE LIGHTS DIM. I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO DRIVE MY VEHICLE AT NIGHT BECAUSE I CAN'T EVEN TELL THAT THE LIGHTS ARE ON ESPECIALLY ON A DARK STREET OR HIGHWAY. WHEN I DID SOME RESEARCH AND SPOKE WITH GMC/CADILLAC I FOUND THAT GMC/CADILLAC HAS A RECALL ON THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY IN TWO STATES ONLY-CALIFORNIA AND FLORIDA EVEN THOUGH THE PROBLEM IS MORE THAN LIKELY NATIONWIDE. THERE IS ALSO A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST CADILLAC/GMC FOR THIS DEFECT.
NHTSA ODI #11292309
Mileage unknown · Aug 29, 2019
Visibility/wiper
HEADLIGHTS GOING DIM. I REPLACED THE BULBS (BOTH) IN JANUARY OF THIS YEAR AS MY HEADLIGHTS WERE TO DIM TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. NOW 8 MONTHS LATER I AM HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. I NOTICED CONDENSATION INSIDE THE GLASS. SINCE THEN I HAVE R ACHED AND FOUND THIS IS NOT ONLY A DANGEROUS ISSUE BUT A SUBSTANTIAL ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE AND YE…
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HEADLIGHTS GOING DIM. I REPLACED THE BULBS (BOTH) IN JANUARY OF THIS YEAR AS MY HEADLIGHTS WERE TO DIM TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. NOW 8 MONTHS LATER I AM HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. I NOTICED CONDENSATION INSIDE THE GLASS. SINCE THEN I HAVE R ACHED AND FOUND THIS IS NOT ONLY A DANGEROUS ISSUE BUT A SUBSTANTIAL ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE AND YEAR. I FEEL BETRAYED BY MY DEALER AS THEY KNOW VERY WELL THE ISSUE. MANU CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS HAVE BEEN FILED. I TRULY LOVE MY CADILLAC AND WOULD PURCHASE ANOTHER. BUT THAT WILL REMAIN TO BE SEEN AS TO HOW THIS ISSUE IS HANDLED.
NHTSA ODI #11252321
50,917 miles · May 7, 2019
Exterior LightingSuspensionVisibility/wiper
HEADLIGHT DIM MODE IS AS IF THE HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT EVEN ON, IT IS DANGEROUS IF NOT IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT AND ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS IN THE RAIN AT NIGHT.ALSO FRONT END SUSPENSION IN COLD WEATHER OR WHEN TURNING TO THE RIGHT CAUSES TIRE TO RUB ON THE FENDER WELL. IT HAS DONE THIS SINCE I DROVE IT OFF THE CAR LOT. AM AWARE O…
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HEADLIGHT DIM MODE IS AS IF THE HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT EVEN ON, IT IS DANGEROUS IF NOT IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT AND ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS IN THE RAIN AT NIGHT.ALSO FRONT END SUSPENSION IN COLD WEATHER OR WHEN TURNING TO THE RIGHT CAUSES TIRE TO RUB ON THE FENDER WELL. IT HAS DONE THIS SINCE I DROVE IT OFF THE CAR LOT. AM AWARE OF SERVICE BULLETIN, BUT THERE IS NO FIX FOR THIS EITHER, AS THERE IS NO ADJUSTMENT FOR THE CAMBER. VERY DISAPPOINTED IN CADILLAC AND GMS OBVIOUS GREED INSTEAD OF ITS SAFETY CONCERNS. SAD! HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL DIE BEFORE THIS IS ADMITTED BY GM AND ACTUALLY ADDRESSED AND RESOLVED.
NHTSA ODI #11206035
58,000 miles · Dec 14, 2018
Visibility/wiper
THE SRX HAS AN EXTREMELY WELL-KNOWN ISSUE FOR WHICH GM HAS IGNORED. MY CAR IS ONLY SIX YEARS OLD AND THE HEADLIGHTS BECAME SO DIM - I WOULD OFTEN CHECK TO SEE IF THEY WERE EVEN ON. IT GOT SO BAD, THE CAR COULDN'T BE DRIVEN AT NIGHT. THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS OF THIS SAME ISSUE AND THE ONLY WAY TO FIX IT IS TO PAY GM OVER $1,…
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THE SRX HAS AN EXTREMELY WELL-KNOWN ISSUE FOR WHICH GM HAS IGNORED. MY CAR IS ONLY SIX YEARS OLD AND THE HEADLIGHTS BECAME SO DIM - I WOULD OFTEN CHECK TO SEE IF THEY WERE EVEN ON. IT GOT SO BAD, THE CAR COULDN'T BE DRIVEN AT NIGHT. THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS OF THIS SAME ISSUE AND THE ONLY WAY TO FIX IT IS TO PAY GM OVER $1,000 TO REPLACE THEM. THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL BEFORE SOMEONE THAT CAN'T AFFORD THE REPAIR IS KILLED OR KILLS SOMEONE. I'VE CONTACTED CADILLAC A NUMBER OF TIMES AND I KEEP GETTING CANNED RESPONSES. THE LAST REPLY WAS, "MS. MATCHUS, MOTOR VEHICLE RECALLS ARE RELEASED WHEN THE VEHICLE OR AN ITEM IN THE VEHICLE'S EQUIPMENT DOES NOT COMPLY WITH A FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD; OR WHEN THERE IS A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE OR EQUIPMENT. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS SET MINIMUM PERFORMANCE LEVELS FOR THOSE PARTS OF THE VEHICLE WHICH MAY AFFECT ITS SAFE OPERATION (BRAKES, TIRES, LIGHTING, ETC) OR THOSE WHICH PROTECT DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS FROM DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH." I WOULD SAY FOR CERTAIN THAT THE WELL-KNOWN ISSUE WITH HEADLIGHTS BEING SO DIM THEY APPEAR TO NOT EVEN BE ON WOULD FALL UNDER THE " SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE OR EQUIPMENT." IF THE DEALERSHIP I WENT TO OPENLY SAID THEY HAD ALREADY DONE THREE VEHICLES BEFORE ME FOR THE SAME ISSUE IN THE PAST 48 HOURS, THAT SEEMS LIKE ENOUGH PUSH FOR A RECALL. NOT TO MENTION THE LARGE NUMBER OF PEOPLE THAT HAVE REPORTED THE HEADLIGHT ISSUE ONLINE. PLEASE ADVOCATE FOR A RECALL OF THIS. HERE ARE A FEW LINKS WITH COMPLAINTS: HTTP://M.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/NEWS/2018/CADILLAC-SRX-HEADLIGHT-ASSEMBLY-GM.SHTML,HTTP://M.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/NEWS/2018/CADILLAC-SRX-HEADLIGHT-LAWSUIT-NATIONWIDE-CLASS-ACTION.SHTML, HTTP://M.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/NEWS/2017/CADILLAC-SRX-DIM-HEADLIGHTS-LAWSUIT.SHTML. IT HAPPENED IN CA AND NEEDS TO HAPPEN NATIONWIDE.
NHTSA ODI #11161391
63,000 miles · Oct 9, 2018
Exterior LightingVisibility/wiper
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT NIGHT. YOU CANNOT SEE 30 FEET IN FRONT OF THE CAR ON A DARK ROAD. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY MECHANICS THAT THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO TO GUARANTEE IMPROVEMENT. THIS IS BOTH GM MECHANICS AND INDEPENDENT. NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING AT NIGHT IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS …
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LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT NIGHT. YOU CANNOT SEE 30 FEET IN FRONT OF THE CAR ON A DARK ROAD. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY MECHANICS THAT THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO TO GUARANTEE IMPROVEMENT. THIS IS BOTH GM MECHANICS AND INDEPENDENT. NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING AT NIGHT IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS TO ME BUT ALSO TO ONCOMING DRIVERS AS I HAVE TO USE MY BRIGHT LIGHTS TO SEE WHERE I AM GOING AND CONSEQUENTLY CREATE GLARE FOR THE ONCOMING CARS. I FEEL THAT CADILLAC HAS A RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE SAFETY WHEN THEY SELL A PRODUCT. PLEASE RECALL THE CAR AND RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM. I AM PLANNING TO KEEP THIS CAR FOR MORE THAN FOUR MORE YEARS AND DONT WANT TO HAVE A SAFETY PROBLEM TO TRY TO WORK AROUND. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FROM NEW IN 2012 AND USE IT EVERYDAY. IT HAS BEEN, AND IS, MAINTAINED BY GM. DEALERS .
NHTSA ODI #11139290
113,200 miles · Feb 28, 2017
Electrical SystemExterior LightingVisibility/wiper
MY WIFE AND I WERE RETURNING HOME FROM AN PATRIOTIC CONCERT WHEN WE LOSS THE HEADLIGHT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK LEFT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT WARNING DISPLAYED IN THE DRIVER'S INFORMATION DISPLAY. WHEN WE GOT HOME I NOTICED THE DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAD MOISTURE IN IT AND THE LIGHT WAS NOT FUNCTIONIN…
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MY WIFE AND I WERE RETURNING HOME FROM AN PATRIOTIC CONCERT WHEN WE LOSS THE HEADLIGHT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK LEFT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT WARNING DISPLAYED IN THE DRIVER'S INFORMATION DISPLAY. WHEN WE GOT HOME I NOTICED THE DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAD MOISTURE IN IT AND THE LIGHT WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEAL FOR REPAIRS. I WAS TOLD THE LIGHT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THAT I MAY WANT TO REPLACE THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY BECAUSE MOISTURE IN THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND THE LIGHT COULD FAIL AGAIN IF THE ASSEMBLY ISN'T REPLACED. I ASKED IF THE PROBLEM WAS A KNOW ISSUE; THE SERVICE MANAGER SAY IT HAPPENS EVERY SO OFTEN. I TOLD HER TO ORDER THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY. WHEN I GOT HOME I GOOGLED THE PROBLEM. IT APPEARS THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM ON THE SRX THAT GOES BACK TO 2010 SRXS. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DUE THE POSSIBILITY OF LOSING BOTH HEADS IN AN INOPPORTUNE TIME AND CADILLAC SHOULD ADDRESS THE ISSUE IMMEDIATELY. 95 PROBLEMS REPORTED; NO DEATHS YET.
NHTSA ODI #10957597
60,000 miles · Sep 27, 2016
Electrical SystemStructureVisibility/wiper
WHEN IT RAINS THE CLOSED SUNROOF DRAINS INTO BOTH FLOOR BOARDS OF THE CAR, AND INTO THE BACK HATCH FLOORBOARD WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. SOAKING MY FEET WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS ALSO CAUSED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THAT CONTROLS THE LIFTGATE TO GO OUT AND IT WILL NOT OPEN EVEN MANUALLY. IT SATURATES THE FLOOR AND IS CAUSING MOLD…
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WHEN IT RAINS THE CLOSED SUNROOF DRAINS INTO BOTH FLOOR BOARDS OF THE CAR, AND INTO THE BACK HATCH FLOORBOARD WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. SOAKING MY FEET WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS ALSO CAUSED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THAT CONTROLS THE LIFTGATE TO GO OUT AND IT WILL NOT OPEN EVEN MANUALLY. IT SATURATES THE FLOOR AND IS CAUSING MOLD TO GROW UNDERNEATH THE CARPET WHICH I WOULD THINK IS A HEALTH RISK ESPECIALLY FOR OWNERS LIKE ME WHO HAVE A CHILD WITH ASTHMA. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME IT RAINS OR I WASH MY CAR. IT HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR ALMOST A YEAR.
NHTSA ODI #10910040
76,000 miles · Aug 10, 2015
Visibility/wiper
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE ACTIVATED BUT FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILUR…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE ACTIVATED BUT FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76,000.
NHTSA ODI #10747622
Official recalls
3Jun 24, 2021
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Dealers will replace the adjustable toe link with a non-adjustable one, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2021. Cadillac and Saab customers may direct questions to Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N212340980.
Sep 19, 2014
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. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14457.
Jul 23, 2014
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.
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