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2006 Cadillac SRX recalls and problems

3 recalls and 68 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Cadillac SRX.

3
recalls
68
owner complaints
3
complaints mentioning a crash
2
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.

2006 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.

Wheels: rim

NHTSA campaign 06V307000 · reported August 11, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 3,227 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles and trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles have an incomplete tire rim designation on the certification/tire label located on the driver's door edge. In addition, the label may also be missing the tire load rating on the label. Although this information is not required by the standard, if a tire of a lesser load rating is installed, the tire may not be able to sustain the loads encountered during use.
The risk
If a customer replaces a wheel and only relies on the rim size designation that is indicated on the label, a wheel that is of a different rim contour designation may be installed. It may be difficult or impossible to mount the tire on a wheel with the wrong contour. If the tire is mounted on the wheel with the wrong contour, the wheel and tire may not perform as intended, which could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
A label that will correct the label originally installed will be mailed to consumers along with installation instructions. The customer will have the option for dealers to install the label. The recall begaon on november 7, 2006. Owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2239, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, and gmc trucks at 1-866-996-9463.

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.

Jul 18, 2023 · Seats · fire reported

My car was parked for 2hrs 30 min. And I came to my car to it being burnt from under the passenger seat. Door panel is damaged and window is shattered and burnt. Roof is burnt.I think it was due to the electrical wiring from under the passenger seat.

Jan 23, 2023 · Engine

OIL SENDING UNIT FAILURE ON 2006 CADILLAC SRX OIL SENDING UNIT HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 X LEAKS OIL POSSIBLY CAUSING FIRE OR ENGINE FAILURE OR BOTH OIL SENDING UNIT HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES!

Jan 4, 2023 · Engine · 68,000 miles

The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that he noticed that oil was leaking on the garage floor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil-sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired five times, but the…

Dec 23, 2022 · Engine

OIL SENSOR UNIT FAILURE CAUSING ENGINE TO LOSE OIL. a REALPROBLEM.

Dec 26, 2021 · Chest clip, buckle, harness

*The chest clip failed. At the beginning, we had a very hard time unlatching the chest clip to where we thought we needed to cut it. Later, the chest clip started to become very loose to where my son could undo it by just touching it, then one evening it did not latch on at all. *It is available for inspection upon…

SRX model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 7216162
2005 3122104
2006 36832
2007 15231
2008 04761
2009 02720

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

Questions

Does the 2006 Cadillac SRX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 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 2006 Cadillac SRX?
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (13 complaints), followed by power train (13).
How many 2006 Cadillac SRX complaints mention a crash or fire?
3 of 68 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 18, 2023.