2004 Cadillac SRX: engine stalls while driving

Filed Feb 18, 2026 · Driver assistance, Engine · CA

The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled, and the power steering and power brakes were inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact researched and became aware of an unknown recall related to the failure; however, the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was taken back to the residence, and a dealer was contacted. The contact was informed that the electronic stability control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 3, 2018 · Engine · 230,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac srx. While driving various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate. In addition, the vehicle would stall and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. On some occasions, all the warning indicators would illuminate. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred after a few minutes of driving. The vehicle was taken to chevrolet of goldsboro (3300 us 70 bypass east, goldsboro, nc 27534, (919) 751-2200) where it was diagnosed, but the contact was unaware of the results. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 230,000.

Filed Apr 6, 2017 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 102,000 miles · NY

Constantly, constant problems. Every time I turn around this car is stalling, the stability control light and traction control and ABS lights come on , slowing acceleration and causing safety issues. There are times when I see the dic message board blinking and the car acts as though it is going to stop. These issues listed on this site from all these people needs to be investigated before someone is hurt or killed. I am now writing to cadillac because the issues are getting out of control and I am afraid for my and my child's life. I am moving forward to seek out an attorney for a lawsuit this is ridiculous.

Filed Feb 26, 2017 · Electrical · 125,000 miles · WA

Ignition switch problems described in 2014 recall, but VIN is not listed in the recall. Engine shuts off while driving down the freeway.

Filed Nov 10, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

2004 cadillac srx. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle brake failure. *smd the consumer stated his wife was driving, when the brakes failed. The dealer was unable to find a problem. The consumer believed the vehicle stalled and lost power steering and brakes.

Filed Jun 30, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 98,000 miles · NY

Random engine stall, after engine is fully warmed up and high humidity (especially during raining). Obd ii code indicating p2135, p2119, p2176, p0638, p1101. (each time the obd ii code might be slightly different) the engine could stall during idle (stopping in front of red light), slow moving, or highway speed. Persisted since summer of 2012. Dealer already replaced throttle body, coil pack, spark plugs and ECM. Dealer could not reproduce the problem, and could not figure out a fix.

Filed Jun 2, 2011 · Engine · 82,000 miles · TN

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 srx cadillac. The contact stated the vehicle stalled while making a right turn and the check engine light illuminated after the failure occurred. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic test that indicated the failure was caused by the throttle body. The throttle body was replaced; however, the repair did not correct the failure. The vehicle continued to stall without warning. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 88, 0000.

Filed Oct 14, 2010 · Engine · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 cadillac srx. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. There were no warning lights prior to the failure. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop where the PCM was repaired. After 2,000 miles, the engine locked up and stalled again. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated that the repairs would be at the contact's expense. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Apr 18, 2007 · Engine · 48,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 cadillac srx. The engine stalled without warning and caused another vehicle to crash into the vehicle. The vehicle was able to restart a few minutes after the crash. The dealer and manufacturer was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer had the vehicle inspected by a cadillac specialist who was unable to diagnose the failure. The dealer updated the computer four times, but the engine continued to stall. The current and failure mileages were 48,000.

Filed Apr 9, 2007 · Acceleration, Airbags · 100 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 cadillac srx. The contact stated that the vehicle has been a safety risk since the time of purchase. The vehicle stalls and shuts down while driving at various speeds. The instrument panel illuminates and the steering wheel locks. The contact can predict when the vehicle is about to stall because the rpms increase. The vehicle was brought to the dealer on five occasions for the stalling, but the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The speedometer and air bag sensor light failed . Intermittently while driving. The vehicle lunged forward while driving and the electrical system malfunctioned. The contact felt the vehicle was a lemon and that the federal safety agency should be aware. The current mileagewas 51,000, and failure mileage was 100.

Filed Nov 22, 2006 · Engine · 52,000 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, there was a loss of all vehicle power, and the engine stalled without warning. The engine would not restart. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was alerted.

Filed Feb 3, 2006 · Acceleration, Steering · 41,000 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 MPH and attempting to make a right hand turn into a parking lot, the steering column completely locked. After attempting to manually turn the steering wheel for twenty minutes the vehicle resumed normal operations on its own. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. The problem continued to occur intermittently while turning to the left or right. The vehicle was returned to the dealer who determined the power steering hoses were reversed when the vehicle was originally manufactured. The hoses were switched, but this did not remedy the problem. The steering column continued to lock intermittently. In addition to the ongoing steering column problem the vehicle had several other problems as well. The vehicle's engine suddenly stalled without any prior warning while traveling 70 MPH. The vehicle was maneuvered safely to the side of the road and was easily restarted after a 30 minute period. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer where it was determined the throttle control had caused the gas supply to shut off to the engine. The throttle was replaced and this remedied the problem. Later, the transmission made a noise and the rear end felt loose while traveling 60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined there were loose nuts on the wheel. All lug nuts were tightened on all four wheels. The tightening of the nuts appeared to remedy both the transmission noise and the loose feeling in the rear of the vehicle. The contact traded the vehicle due to the dealers inability to remedy the ongoing steering problem. Updated 3/9/2006 -