2004 Cadillac SRX Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 4%of 216 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,766miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2004 Cadillac SRX, 4% of the 216 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,766 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The front blinker and running lights are constantly burning out. I've replaced them 3 times in 3 years and it is very expensive to do. The bulbs are one of the most expensive blinker bulbs to purchase ( according to my parts store) and it takes over an hour to get to the bulb. What a mess!”
NHTSA complaint #10914835, filed 2016-10, 65,000 miles“Turn signals failed to work. This is an intermittent problem. The selected signal does not flash when the turn signal is activated as if the bulb is burnt out. Went to the expense to replace bulb three times, but, the bulbs were good. After replacing bulb the signal still did not work. After, several weeks it would start working again. A month or so later this happen again and took to dealer and again the bulb was replaced this time the bulb was burnt out. The signal worked for 2 months and went out again. I will never purchase another GM car. My dealer calls it the mystifying car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10367373, filed 2010-11, 44,000 miles“Front turn signals do not work. Vehicle has been to the dealer no less than 6 times throughout it's life. I have personally changed 2 turn signal bulbs. I am an engineer... And the bulbs are fully functional after replacement. The bulbs socket is plastic with a wire. It appears the wire melts the plastic and the turn signal stops working prematurely. This might be fixed with bulb that is of all glass construction (which GM does not use and not available at the local parts store). Or possibly the turn signal circuit is using too much current for this application. …”
NHTSA complaint #10247591, filed 2008-11, 43,532 miles“Design and repair of daytime running lights (drl) is so poor that one is tempted to disconnect them. The drl bulb is the same as the turn signal bulb. Evidently, the housing for this bulb was designed in plastic, as is common with many light housings. However, the design failed to consider that the drl is on whenever the car is on. Over time, and frequently, there is a problem with either the bulb or the housing or the associated wiring, due to heat. Then, one or several of the components must be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10905192, filed 2016-09, 41,000 miles“Turn signals failed to work. This is an intermittent problem which the dealer has failed to correct. The selected signal does not flash when the turn signal is activated. The operator will then cancel the signal and activate the other side and the signal still does not flash. Then, several minutes later, both signals work properly.”
NHTSA complaint #10114099, filed 2005-03, 2,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 98 | 58% |
| 2015 | 302 | 68% |
| 2014 | 266 | 68% |
| 2013 | 217 | 55% |
| 2012 | 233 | 56% |
| 2011 | 198 | 44% |
| 2010 | 225 | 47% |
| 2008 | 2 | 4% |
| 2007 | 2 | 4% |
| 2006 | 7 | 10% |
| 2005 | 4 | 3% |
| 2004 | 8 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2004 Cadillac SRX
43 complaintsElectrical system
36 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
34 complaintsBrakes
29 complaintsOther or unknown
26 complaintsSteering
25 complaintsEngine cooling
20 complaintsVehicle speed control
17 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
15 complaintsSuspension
12 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Cadillac SRX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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