2016 Cadillac SRX Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 9%of 169 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 36,797miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the electrical system of the 2016 Cadillac SRX, 9% of the 169 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,797 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Digital and analog speedometers are not synchronized, variation of 3+ MPH. Gm states variation is not adjustable, is within specifications, but will not state which reading is accurate. This is a safety issue, since the driver cannot accurately tell if the vehicle is traveling a higher speed than shown on the speedometer.”
NHTSA complaint #10939880, filed 2017-01, 38,594 miles“I was driving the vehicle and the computer screen would randomly move around, GPS was no longer working and it was not responding to touch. Then a few months later I noticed a crack in the left corner! What the heck it then spread, on occasion I heard a 'ping' and it sounded as if it was cracking. Well it was, it got worse and continued to crack like a spider web.”
NHTSA complaint #11407310, filed 2021-04“The automatic trunk does not work. I'm unable to open and/or use my trunk. Moon roof does not open Airbag light is on Vehicle jerks very hard while operating in drive”
NHTSA complaint #11528422, filed 2023-06“My lift gate has stopped working. I cannot open the back of my car in any way! I am handicapped and the power lift gate is very important to me because I have to store my walker in the car when I drive. Now since I can’t open the back of the car it is very difficult to get anywhere for me. When I looked up the issue, it seems Cadillac has a problem with this model (SRX) from 2010-2016. The issue develops because rain runs down the Sun roof straight into the place that the lift gate parts are in- and the parts corrode. …”
NHTSA complaint #11452995, filed 2022-02“Approximately 6 months ago, I noticed a small stress fracture appear in the bottom left corner of the central digital dashboard of my vehicle. The dashboard projects safety, entertainment and automobile operating status (e.g. Deflated tires, onstar alerts, etc.). As the fracture grew it revealed a spider web of fractures distorting the dashboard and affecting the system's operation. The system would sudden begin flashing different icons, swiping from side to side which is very distracting. …”
NHTSA complaint #11132253, filed 2018-09Related service bulletins
- 11017595Apr 3, 2025This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.
- 11017244Mar 31, 2025The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other…
- 11017207Mar 21, 2025This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414…
- 11017031Mar 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
- 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.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11012929Jan 7, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 11011805Dec 6, 2024This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
- 11009170Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 15 | 9% |
| 2015 | 45 | 10% |
| 2014 | 39 | 10% |
| 2013 | 52 | 13% |
| 2012 | 32 | 8% |
| 2011 | 40 | 9% |
| 2010 | 69 | 15% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 7 | 15% |
| 2007 | 7 | 13% |
| 2006 | 11 | 16% |
| 2005 | 22 | 18% |
| 2004 | 36 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2016 Cadillac SRX
98 complaintsOther or unknown
23 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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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