2014 Cadillac SRX Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 1%of 390 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 11,100miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine of the 2014 Cadillac SRX, 1% of the 390 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 11,100 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Vehicle has dangerous and life threatening transmission problem that has cause me to lose control of my vehicle. Problem with jerking and cutting off started approximately in 2022 with 2 visits to shop for repair. In May 2023 until 2024, vehicle has been in repair shop for repairing including replacing transmission with a rebuilt transmission. Repair shop said vehicle is still u nsafe and may need to replace tranmission computer . Repairs has already caused me almost $20,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11608393, filed 2024-08“When I'm parking I get message telling me it is not in park, although I put it in park. I have to do it two or three times for it to get right. I put it in park and it tells me its not in park.”
NHTSA complaint #11035643, filed 2017-10“The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was giving off excessive heat. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer was contacted and informed her that the vehicle was performing normally. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11429056, filed 2021-08, 4,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at less than 5 MPH and attempting to park, there was smoke and massive flames erupting from underneath the passenger's side hood. The fire department extinguished the fire. The contact did not disclose if a police report was filed or not. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 18,200. Updated 4/13/15”
NHTSA complaint #10692001, filed 2015-03, 18,200 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011900Nov 22, 2024This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 4 | 2% |
| 2015 | 9 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 1% |
| 2013 | 17 | 4% |
| 2012 | 15 | 4% |
| 2011 | 25 | 6% |
| 2010 | 52 | 11% |
| 2009 | 4 | 15% |
| 2008 | 5 | 11% |
| 2007 | 6 | 12% |
| 2006 | 13 | 19% |
| 2005 | 16 | 13% |
| 2004 | 15 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2014 Cadillac SRX
266 complaintsElectrical system
39 complaintsOther or unknown
29 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsSuspension
19 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Cadillac SRX
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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