With 5 recalls and 474 complaints, the 2010 Cadillac SRX rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

474

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V4730002021-24-06

SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.

A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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14V5710002014-19-09

SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.

Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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11V5950002011-20-12

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 26, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 23, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 114, THEFT PROTECTION. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE THAT WAS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED AND MAY COME OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION BRACKET.

THE DRIVER MAY BE UNABLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF GEAR, RESULTING IN NO MOTION OR THE SHIFTER MAY INACCURATELY INDICATE THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK WHEN IT IS NOT, ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A POSSIBLE CRASH.

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10V4500002010-30-09

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CADILLAC SRX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L GAS ENGINES (LAU) OR 3.0L GAS ENGINES (LF1). SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH PROCESSING OF THE CRIMP DURING MANUFACTURE OF THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE LINE MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE LINE. IF THE LINE WAS DAMAGED, A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK MAY DEVELOP. IF THERE IS A SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF FLUID LOSS, THE DRIVER WILL HEAR NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND INCREASED EFFORT MAY BE REQUIRED FOR STEERING.

IF POWER STEERING FLUID SPRAYS ONTO HOT ENGINE PARTS, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.

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10V2230002010-25-05

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CADILLAC SRX EQUIPPED WITH A 2.8L V6 ENGINE. IF LOW OCTANE (REGULAR) FUEL IS USED IN THE VEHICLE INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED HIGH OCTANE (PREMIUM) FUEL AS STATED IN THE OWNER MANUAL AND ON THE FUEL FILLER DOOR, THE COMBINATION OF REGULAR FUEL USAGE AND AGGRESSIVE DRIVING MANEUVERS MAY INDUCE PRE-IGNITION. IF PRE-IGNITION OCCURS, YOU MAY HEAR A PINGING OR KNOCKING SOUND FROM THE ENGINE.

IF THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE DRIVEN AFTER THE ONSET OF THIS NOISE, A CONNECTING ROD OR PISTON MAY BREAK, RESULTING IN ENGINE DAMAGE, AND PERHAPS ENGINE FAILURE, WHICH WOULD DISABLE THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2010 Cadillac SRX's biggest weak point? EXTERIOR LIGHTING. It leads 474 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Exterior Lighting186

02Power Train29

03Engine28

04Suspension26

05Electrical System22

474 total across 1 model years (2010–2010)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Cadillac SRX Fuel Economy

18–21mpg combined

15-18city

22-25hwy

$2,100-$3,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2010 Cadillac SRX ranges from 18 to 21 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

SRX 2WD - Automatic (S6)

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

SRX AWD - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor

SRX AWD - Automatic (S6)

18mpg

2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

15 city22 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2010 Cadillac SRX

34States

33%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 33 other states nationwide.

TXTexas

7513%

FLFlorida

7313%

MIMichigan

346%

ILIllinois

295%

GAGeorgia

244%

OHOhio

244%

NCNorth Carolina

224%

DCWashington DC

193%

WAWashington

183%

PAPennsylvania

183%

OKOklahoma

163%

AZArizona

143%

CACalifornia

143%

INIndiana

132%

MN12

DE11

VAVirginia

112%

NJNew Jersey

112%

KYKentucky

112%

MOMissouri

112%

MD10

TN10

CO8

NV7

WI7

NE6

NY6

MA5

AL5

NH5

OR5

LA5

ID3

KS3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2010.

Buying a 2010 Cadillac SRX?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2010 Cadillac SRX a good car to buy?

The 2010 Cadillac SRX has 5 recalls on record. There are 5 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is exterior lighting, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2010 Cadillac SRX?

There are 5 documented recalls for the 2010 Cadillac SRX. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2010 Cadillac SRX?

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $417 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2010 Cadillac SRX?

EXTERIOR LIGHTING is the number-one complaint area for the 2010 Cadillac SRX, based on 474 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.