Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2015 Cadillac SRX owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the headlights were significantly dim, and she was unable to see the road. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic and the light bulbs were replaced; however, the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic who diagnosed that the headlight assemblies needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer who informed the contact she would be responsible for the cost of the repair since the VIN was not included in a recall. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. …
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night with the headlights activated, the illumination from the headlights were very dim causing a difficulty with seeing the roadway. The contact also stated that she was unable to view objects unless they were within 10 to 20 feet of the vehicle. The failure almost caused the contact to crash into an outdoor trash can that was on a street curb. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The contact was then made aware that a satisfaction program for the headlights had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the satisfaction program had expired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,400.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the headlights were dull. The contact cleaned the lens, but there was no improvement, and the driver was unable to see the roadway properly while driving at night. The contact had to drive with the high beams activated. Additionally, the information center was frozen. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The contact called the local dealer, who informed the contact that the reflector material had burned off. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night the headlights became dim and only projected a beam approximately 30-feet ahead of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that other motorists were flashing their headlights. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that it was an internal failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 66,974. Consumer was told he would receive a letter from a agent to fill out and return the start a claim. He has not received that letter.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact was informed by a neighbor that the driver's side headlight was dim. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the headlights failed to provide adequate lighting. The contact drove the vehicle with the high-beam headlights. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed the light bulbs, but the failure recurred. The mechanic informed the contact that a headlight assembly replacement was needed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.
There have been ongoing complaints about the headlights on this car. I avoid driving my car at night due to the fact that visibility is compromised. I had a SERIOUS near miss while driving at night. I was driving on a residential street and did not see a bicyclist going the same direction. The bicyclist veered slightly into my lane and I literally DID NOT see them. Causing me to clip their rear tire causing them to loose control and hit a curb. This is SERIOUS! The police said the headlights on my car were clearly a hazard! In my mind it would make sense for GM to replace the headlights rather than having to pay for a wrongful death lawsuit.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, a squeaking noise was present coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the front brake pads and rotors, but the failure continued. Additionally, while driving at night with the low beam headlights activated, the headlights were extremely dim, making visibility extremely difficult while driving. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 40,700.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that soon after purchasing the vehicle, he noticed that both the front headlights were extremely dim while driving at night. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the dimly lit illumination from the headlights limited his vision while driving at night. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer where they offered to cover half the cost of the repair for the headlights. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds during the night, the headlights were dark and failed to provide adequate lighting to safely drive. The driver utilized the high-beam headlights, but there was still inadequate lighting. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the headlights needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to help with the repairs. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night at an undisclosed speed, the headlights were dimmed, and it was difficult to see ahead. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with headlamp assembly failure. The headlamp assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that notifications were mailed to vehicle owners about the headlamp assembly replacement. However, the eligibility period had passed. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Headlight complaints in other SRX years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 2015 Cadillac SRX?
NHTSA has 302 complaints about the lights of the 2015 Cadillac SRX, 68% of the model year's 443 complaints. The component named most often is headlights (32 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2015 Cadillac SRX headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for the 2015 Cadillac SRX, though it has 4 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2015 Cadillac SRX headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 51,000 miles, and 8% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to lights problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.