2005 Cadillac SRX Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 6%of 122 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 109,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2005 Cadillac SRX, 6% of the 122 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 109,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“'takata recall' when I was driving my dash, stereo and lights started to flicker and all the electrical components were not working. Then. I tried changing lanes on the interstate to exit but lost power steering. It was very dangerous at those high speed!. I was able to pull off before my car completely died.. It took a while for it to turn back on but once it did the car was not working properly, such as the temp and gas gauge, traction control was not working and light was lit on dash. Power steering wasn't working, and the transmission was shifting weird. …”
NHTSA complaint #11133340, filed 2018-10, 125,000 miles“When I start the car and place it into reverse (from its parking spot) and let it idle backwards about 12-18 ft, it abruptly comes to a halt and makes a hard thump noise. If I then shift it into drive and allow it to idle forward, it will barely idle upto about 6-8 feet. I am hearing a plethora of different things and have not been able to drive it since October, 2025. I need help, please.”
NHTSA complaint #11719631, filed 2026-02“The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac SRX. While driving at 35 MPH, the contact noticed a grinding sound and oil leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaced the rear axle and pinion seal. The contact called an authorized dealership where he was informed that recall 07v589000 (power train: axle assembly: axle shaft: seal) did not include his vehicle. The current and failure mileages were approximately 62,000. Updated 09/22/10. Updated 09/23/10”
NHTSA complaint #10328987, filed 2010-05, 62,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac SRX. The contact was driving 65 MPH when the vehicle exhibited an abnormal whining. The vehicle was taken to private mechanic for maintenance where the mechanic confirmed that the rear rack and pinion was leaking and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 07v589000( power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 109,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10438903, filed 2011-12, 109,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac SRX. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact heard a loud knocking noise from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they stated that the failure was related to the rear differential. The vehicle was repaired yet the failure recurred two years later. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id numbers: 06v125000 (suspension:rear) and 07v589000 (power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal) but the contacts VIN was not included in either recall and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10390088, filed 2011-03, 33,000 milesRelated recalls
- 07V589000Dec 20, 2007On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and may experience a fluid leak.Covers: Cadillac SRX 2005–2007, CTS 2005–2007, STS 2005–2007 +2 more
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- 10222770Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | 3% |
| 2015 | 18 | 4% |
| 2014 | 21 | 5% |
| 2013 | 31 | 8% |
| 2012 | 11 | 3% |
| 2011 | 36 | 8% |
| 2010 | 46 | 10% |
| 2009 | 4 | 15% |
| 2008 | 11 | 23% |
| 2007 | 12 | 23% |
| 2006 | 13 | 19% |
| 2005 | 7 | 6% |
| 2004 | 34 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2005 Cadillac SRX
22 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsElectronic stability control
16 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsEngine cooling
14 complaintsSuspension
12 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Cadillac SRX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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