2007 Cadillac SRX recalls and problems

1 recall and 52 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Cadillac SRX.

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recalls
52
owner complaints
3
complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2007 Cadillac SRX recalls

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.

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.

Sep 7, 2023 · Electrical system · 80,000 miles

The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while his mom was driving on a hot day, upon attempting to remove the key from the ignition, the vehicle failed to turn off. While in accessory mode, the vehicle failed to turn off. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local…

Jul 6, 2020 · Service brakes · 137,500 miles

PLEASE INVESTIGATE! APPROX. 3 DAYS AGO I WAS COMING TO A STOP SIGN IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA & APPLIED BRAKES. SPEED LIMIT IS 25, BUT I WAS GOING SLOWER, JUST TO THE CORNER PAST MY HOME. NOT ONLY DID BRAKES NOT WORK- THE CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN TO ABOUT 35-40 MPH- NO GAS APPLIED. TRIED PUMPING BRAKES, SHIFTING…

Feb 12, 2020 · Visibility/wiper · 105,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC SRX. SUNROOF PANEL DETACHED WHILE DRIVING THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE SUNROOF PANEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE AND FLEW OFF. ED MORSE CADILLAC DELRAY BEACH 2300 S FEDERAL HWY, DELRAY BEACH, FL…

Nov 11, 2019 · Air bags

MY 2007 CADILLAC SRX AIRBAG IS BULGING OUT AND KEEPS GETTING WORSE.

Oct 24, 2019 · Service brakes · 80,000 miles

3OF MY BRAKE LINE BURST AT A STOP LIGHT WHEN STOPPING IN A SHOP NOW AREN'T THE LINE MADE OF HIGH GRADE METAL THAT SHOULD LAST LIFE OF THE CAR

SRX model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2004 7216162
2005 3122104
2006 36832
2007 15231
2008 04761
2009 02720
2010 6474215

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

Questions

Does the 2007 Cadillac SRX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Cadillac SRX, the most recent reported on December 20, 2007 (Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft, seal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Cadillac SRX?
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (12 complaints), followed by electrical system (7).
How many 2007 Cadillac SRX complaints mention a crash or fire?
3 of 52 complaints report a crash and 1 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 September 7, 2023.