At 70,000 miles my check engine light went on. I immediately took it to my mechanic who said it's the timing chain. He now has my car completely torn apart so he can fix the outrageously expensive issue.
The worst 2009 Cadillac SRX problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags5
- Acceleration4
- Engine4
- Transmission4
- Driver assistance2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags5
- Acceleration4
- Engine4
- Transmission4
- Driver assistance2
- Steering2
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Cadillac SRX 1,070
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- Unknown or other
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power...
- Unknown or other
- Unknown or other
- Electrical system
- This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline...
2009 Cadillac SRX crash test ratings
Government 5-star crash tests. Higher is safer. Each row is a body style and drivetrain that was tested.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac SRX 4-DR. w/SAB | Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms. | Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms. | Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms. | 4 |
2009 Cadillac SRX fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
| 3.6L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14 | 22 | 17 |
| 4.6L 8‑cyl | RWD | 13 | 20 | 16 |
| 4.6L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 13 | 20 | 15 |
What 2009 Cadillac SRX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Both front turning indicators are broken. The right turning indicator was fixed by my husband and quit working 2 days after he got it working. A few days later the left turning indicator stopped working.
Car shutters and bucks at speeds around 39-55 , no check engine light and I tried multiple times to contact cadillac with no help at all ! The dealer I dealt with closed abruptly without notice !
My timing chain failed at 70,000ml, there is a sb-10043857-3386 bulletin no:11340b :date:july 2012 that should cover my vehicle for free timing chain replacement. Gm does not want to honor the repair even though they have issued this sb. Please help. My vehicle is manufactured in 2009 in mexico (date on door tag) and it should be part of this recall. Please help.
While moving, on a city street,smoke came from the engine compartment and the brakes no longer functioned.
Loss of power steering while driving. Hard turning.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 cadillac srx. While driving 55 MPH, a loud noise was heard from the steering wheel. The steering wheel became stiff and required excessive force in order to maneuver the vehicle. The failure occurred without warning. The contact called the dealer and was informed that she would need to pay for the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer stated that it was the contact's responsibility to pay for the repair and provided case number: 8-909379197. The failure mileage was 30,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 cadillac srx. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the reduce engine speed warning light illuminated and the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact also stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the accelerator pedal sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, however the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 46,762.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 cadillac srx. The contact stated that the seat belt was fractured. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The driver sustained multiple minor lacerations on the left forearm due to the failure, but medical attention was not required. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.
Car jerks and shudders heavily when accelerating at 2000 RPM or between 40 and 60 MPH. Changed to new drive shaft, transmission rebuilt but nothing works. It is a serious safety concern. It happens at highways.
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Questions about the 2009 Cadillac SRX
Is the 2009 Cadillac SRX reliable?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the 2009 Cadillac SRX, fewer than a typical SRX model year.
What is the 2009 Cadillac SRX year score?
The 2009 Cadillac SRX scores 92 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Cadillac SRX: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Cadillac SRX?
Airbags, with 5 complaints. Next is acceleration (4).
How many recalls does the 2009 Cadillac SRX have?
No recalls on record.
Is the 2009 Cadillac SRX safe in a crash?
The 2009 Cadillac SRX was crash tested, but no overall score was published. Partial scores: rollover 4 out of 5.
What year does the Cadillac SRX have bad airbags?
The Cadillac SRX model years with the most airbags complaints are 2011 (17 complaints), 2010 (15 complaints) and 2012 (15 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Cadillac SRX get?
Official estimates for the 2009 Cadillac SRX range from 15 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.6L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.
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