Traction Control complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3 | 2% | 11,000 miles |
| 2015 | 2 | 0% | 53,000 miles |
| 2014 | 1 | 0% | 106,000 miles |
| 2013 | 4 | 1% | 52,000 miles |
| 2012 | 8 | 2% | 91,000 miles |
| 2011 | 8 | 2% | 105,000 miles |
| 2010 | 15 | 3% | 102,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 7% | 40,000 miles |
| 2008 | 2 | 4% | 130,000 miles |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% | 30,000 miles |
| 2006 | 13 | 19% | 120,000 miles |
| 2005 | 20 | 16% | 102,000 miles |
| 2004 | 52 | 24% | 75,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (electronic stability control and traction control).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
My car was in line for a car wash at val ward Cadillac parking lot. My electronic brake was on. The brake light on the dashboard indicated this. The car was in drive but stationary for approx two minutes. The car suddenly surged forward. I thought my car was hit in the back. I didn't understand why the car surged forward. My car hit the car in front of me. After the accident, the cars were separated by val ward personnel. They had to release my electronic brake in order to move my car. Per Cadillac, if electronic brake is engaged, it will release when gas pedal pressure is applied. My feet were on the floor of car when surge occurred. I did not touch the gas pedal. Conveniently, the accident occurred right in front of the val ward Cadillac body shop office. As far as I know the car was not towed, but pushed into repair shop. I will never use that electronic brake again. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Cadillac SRX. While driving 50 MPH, the reduce engine power light illuminated and the vehicle began to decelerate. The contact stated that the failure recurred randomly. In addition, the stabilitrac light illuminated when the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,000.
Cue system froze up, no response from touch screen, vss system warning light on, seat heaters do not work. Thus no ability to control heater or defrost system and owners manual indicated that if the vss light is lit the vss system is not operational. It is not possible to operate a vehicle in michigan in the winter with out control of the defroster and since the vss system is tied in to the brakes I am not confident the antilock brake system will function. Vehicle purchased 6-29-13 and has approx 37,000 miles. Dealer offered to repair for $1750.00 but negotiated to $750.00 I feel this is a safety defect on a low mileage vehicle and the manufacture should cover the cost of repairs. There have been at least 5 "service update bulletins " with softerware updated for the cue system on this vehicle when I have had it in for service. …
Cue touchscreen does not respond. This controls your radio, ac, defroster, navigation. At 52,000 Cadillac will not warranty this. Very common problem in the Cadillac forums. The radio control unit has been discontinued yet the Cadillac reps say this is the first we have heard of it. Completely denying the problem
The lift gate fell down on me while getting packages out of the rear in my driveway. It was terrifying! Once again, the lift gate fell down on my daughter a few weeks later at cvs parking lot, traumatizing her! She had her baby. I reported to tonia general motors product assistance claims; concentrix on behalf of general motors phone: [phone] x 5921511; they investigated, and "determined no warranty defect". How many sacrificial lambs before a recall? It is a manufacturer defect - water drains into 2 compartments from sunroof into draining compartments in the rear of car at lift gate, trapping moisture which burns out and corrodes lift gate and Bluetooth modules. My sunroof still works, but not the lift gate of Bluetooth. Nothing in maintenance manual other than in "features" to clean sunroof. Or it May not work. Nothing for maintenance of Bluetooth problems or lift gate safety issues!
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. While driving approximately 55 MPH over a pothole, the vehicle swayed from the left to the right and the antilock brake and electronic stability control warning lights illuminated. In addition, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The failure occurred after the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 14V571000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the stability control system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,000. Updated 8/10/15 updated 10/17/2017
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact mentioned that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that when she started the vehicle, the Service Stabilitrak, and service traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle failed to start. Due to the vehicle being in a parking garage, the tow truck was unable to enter the parking structure. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that it was her responsibility to tow the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the traction control and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle was jerking intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rod bearing needed to be replaced. The part was replaced on two different occasions; however, the failure reoccurred. Additionally, the contact stated that the headlight film clear coating was worn out and was clouding the visibility of the bulbs. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlights needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000.
Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac SRX years have traction control problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2004 (52), 2005 (20), 2010 (15), 2006 (13) and 2011 (8) model years. Traction Control complaints make up 24% of all complaints for the 2004.
Is there a recall for Cadillac SRX traction control problems?
No. NHTSA lists no stability & traction control recall for any Cadillac SRX model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Cadillac SRX traction control problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 87,000 miles; 24% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the control module (1 mentions), followed by the automatic (asc) (1).
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.