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2005 Cadillac SRX recalls and problems

3 recalls and 122 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Cadillac SRX.

3
recalls
122
owner complaints
10
complaints mentioning a crash
4
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Cadillac SRX recalls

Electrical system: ignition

NHTSA campaign 14V394000 · reported July 2, 2014 · General Motors LLC · 554,328 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model year 2003-2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured August 16, 2001, to April 28, 2014, and 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured March 20, 2003, to August 11, 2006. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
The risk
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14172.

Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft, seal

NHTSA campaign 07V589000 · reported December 20, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 275,936 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and may experience a fluid leak.
The risk
A rear differential failure may cause loss of motive power and possibly loss of control increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge. The recall began on february 1, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006 or http://www.cadillac.com; pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.pontiac.com; and saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or http://www.saturn.com.

Suspension: rear

NHTSA campaign 06V125000 · reported April 20, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 23,077 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain vehicles have a left or right rear suspension toe link that could separate because of an incorrect weld.
The risk
If this were to occur, the affected rear wheel would be able to turn in or out, affecting vehicle control, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the right and left toe link and replace as required. If a toe link is replaced, the dealer will perform a wheel alignment. The recall began on may 3, 2006. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 21, 2026 · Power train

When I start the car and place it into reverse (from its parking spot) and let it idle backwards about 12-18 ft, it abruptly comes to a halt and makes a hard thump noise. If I then shift it into drive and allow it to idle forward, it will barely idle upto about 6-8 feet. I am hearing a plethora of different things and…

Oct 22, 2022 · Electrical system

brought car to shop and after 3 months trying to figure out problem gave up. I towed it to dealership and after another month finally said car proved to be a mystery but extensive damage due to water leakin the rear shorting out entertainment module.

Mar 17, 2022 · Unknown or other

I noticed this car has several recalls that were never corrected on my vehicle.

Sep 23, 2020 · Air bags · 200,000 miles

WHEN IT RAINS WATER LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF THE VEHICLE AND LEAKS INSIDE THE CAR THROUGH A PLASTIC PIECE THAT SAYS AIR BAG AND IN THE REAR WATER LEAKS IN AND FILLS UP WHERE THE JACK IS LOCATED AND I'M AFRAID THAT THE AIRBAG WILL NOT WORK PROPERLY WITH THE WATER LEAKING INTO IT WHEN IT RAINS OR I GO THROUGH THE CAR WASH…

Feb 12, 2020 · Unknown or other · 147,000 miles

TIMING CHAIN LEAKING OIL. STATIONARY SAW OIL IN DRIVEWAY NOISE IN FRONT WHILE DRIVING TURNED OUT TO BE 2 STRUTS NEED REPLACEMENT

SRX model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 7216162
2005 3122104
2006 36832
2007 15231
2008 04761

Across all years, the 2010 SRX has the most complaints (474). All Cadillac SRX years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Cadillac SRX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Cadillac SRX, the most recent reported on July 2, 2014 (Electrical system: ignition). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Cadillac SRX?
Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (22 complaints), followed by steering (17).
How many 2005 Cadillac SRX complaints mention a crash or fire?
10 of 122 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 22 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 21, 2026.