There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Cadillac SRX, but owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Cadillac SRX problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 12 | |
| Air Bags | 9 | |
| Visibility | 7 | |
| Structure | 7 | |
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Equipment | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
- Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1
- Air Bags › Frontal — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 69,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2008 Cadillac SRX complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · at 100,000 miles · reported May 4, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated and the horn became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Power Train · at 77,591 miles · reported Apr 2, 2019
This complaint is a continuation of complaint bin23-53927 and describes the findings of the transmission disassembly. Disassembly was delayed due to medical treatment unrelated to this incident. Transmission failed suddenly in high volume "rush" hour traffic. Torque was lost just before an exit allowing the vehicle to exit without power however the vehicle stopped in middle lane of a service road. On coming vehicles had to brake behind the vehicle. Sudden transmission failure in heavy high speed traffic presents a high risk of rear collision with multiple vehicles and injury. Furthermore, if…
Steering · at 152,000 miles · reported Mar 6, 2019
At night I can't see out my window it's very dark and my headlights are very dim making it very hard to see at night. I have to put my high beams on to see. Also my strong is hard to turn when I'm trying to reverse or park but sometimes it's fine like their isn't anything wrong and when I'm when I'm driving it's fine. My horn and everything on my steering wheel stopped working all of a sudden. I went to my car in the morning to turn it on and my heated steering wouldn't work the cruise control no buttons worked plus my horn. On top of that I had my car re alligned because it kept feeling…
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 102,196 miles · reported Feb 3, 2019
So just bought this crossover, which is more like a short SUV, or a really sturdy and stout station wagon; with 98,000miles 9n it. So there must've been an issue with the air bags because I was cleaning under the front seats and while doing so, k I locked a resistor wrapped in electrical tape off of some wires and even since my service airbag light has been on, not to mention there are wires cut that I need relieve go to the air bags as well. All that I was fine with. It was when I got acquainted with my cadillac cue and its blocky, glitched, slow,yet precisice directions; it has totally…
Engine · reported Nov 27, 2018
When driving the acceleration is slow to pick up. The engine light came on and when I took it to get check the code p0008 came up. That's when you have an issue with the engine module detecting a problem with the timing between the crankshaft and bank 1 crankshaft.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Cadillac SRX have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Cadillac SRX as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Cadillac SRX?
Owners report power train problems most often (12 reports), followed by air bags (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 69,000 miles.
Are Cadillac recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.