CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Cadillac SRX has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 1 fire, 10 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (100 reports).
2016 Cadillac SRX recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side front airbag inflator can rupture when the airbag deploys.
Loose Rear Suspension Link Can Cause Loss of Control
A rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly at the factory, so the toe link can become loose.
Most common 2016 Cadillac SRX problems
Problem areas named in the 169 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 100 |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 |
| Suspension | 16 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac SRX. While starting the vehicle, the air bag and brake warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the brakes, transmission fluid, TPMS sensor, radiator fluid, and front-driverâs air bag needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V329000 (Air Bags); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was 138,199.
low beam head lights are very dim, to dim to see while driving. Apparently this is a problem that Cadillac and/or GM knows about but isn't doing anything to resolve. Heat from the bulbs basically melt the chrome off of the reflector plate so light does not shine out on the road. This could be a very big hazzard while driving, deer, children etc can not be seen with the lights as they are. To replace are ridiculosly expensive to the customer but doesnt seem like it would be for the dealer!! Complete neglect on the manufacturs end.
Vehicle Body Exterior Paint Coating Peeling I am reporting widespread paint delamination/clear coat failure on my 2016 Cadillac SRX. The paint began peeling and flaking across multiple panels including the hood, roof, and additional body panels. The vehicle has been well maintained and has never been in an accident. A Cadillac dealership inspected the vehicle in February 2026, photographed the damage, and confirmed paint delamination affecting multiple panels. A case was opened with Cadillac/General Motors Customer Assistance and escalated to the Executive Office. Despite dealership confirmation and escalation to a District Manager, General Motors declined to provide meaningful repair assi
The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night at various speeds, the low beam headlights were very dim, causing the contact to drive using the high beam headlights to properly see the roadway. The contact replaced the halogen headlight bulbs with LED bulbs; however, the low beam headlights were still dim while driving at night. The contact became aware that the reflective surface on the headlights was burned out. The contact stated that the halogen bulbs appeared to be degrading, and there were bubbles on the bulbs. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacture
The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the headlights failed to properly illuminate the roadway while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the fog covering the headlights could not be removed and that the vehicle was not covered under recall. The dealer informed the contact that the headlight assemblies needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.
2016 Cadillac SRX questions
Does the 2016 Cadillac SRX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Cadillac SRX: Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Loose Rear Suspension Link Can Cause Loss of Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Cadillac SRX?
Based on 169 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (100), Unknown Or Other (23), Suspension (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Cadillac SRX has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.