The vehicle was purchased approximately one month before this incident and was represented as inspected. While driving on the highway at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly exploded near the exhaust area. The engine then began smoking and caught fire. The brakes did not work, and the doors locked, preventing the driver from pulling over normally. The driver had to jump out of the moving vehicle while it was on fire in order to save her life and the lives of her daughter. The exact cause is UNKNOWN at this time. The vehicle is available for inspection. This incident poses a serious safety risk.
2010 Cadillac SRX engine problems
60 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 90,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 60
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical mileage
- 90,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Cadillac SRX engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Cadillac SRX engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Check engine light 23Stalling 12Loss of power 10Engine failure 7Won't start 5
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling certain model year 2010 cadillac srx equipped with a 2.8l v6 engine. If low octane (regular) fuel is used in the vehicle instead of the required high octane (premium) fuel as stated in the owner manual and on the fuel filler door, the combination of regular fuel usage and aggressive driving maneuvers may induce pre-ignition. If pre-ignition occurs, you may hear a pinging or knocking sound from the engine.
- Risk
- If the vehicle continues to be driven after the onset of this noise, a connecting rod or piston may break, resulting in engine damage, and perhaps engine failure, which would disable the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the engine control module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before june 11, 2010. Owners may contact the cadillac customer assistance center at 1‑866‑982‑2339 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 10V223000 · Recall details
What 2010 Cadillac SRX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Addendum to Complaint Number 11691294.
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle, and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered that the engine compartment was on fire. No warning lights were illuminated prior to the fire. The vehicle was occupied during the fire; however, no injuries were sustained, and medical attention was not necessary. The contact stated that a Police and Fire Department report was filed. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 211,000.
I am not a mechanic so I don’t know what All I know is what I like I experienced and when I was driving down the road, my Cadillac shut off like it had no power to it no power steering no lights no dash lights no warning lights or nothing pulled over my car will not start back up I had to have it towed when I got home and looked inside the casing around. The battery had melted with a bunch of wires and tubing that was on top of the battery completely melted everything inside.
Engine locked up. Checked by 2 separate mechanic shops.
The oil burned down from 6 quarts to 1.25 quarts with no leaks and no detection or warning and the engine seized. Needs a new engine, automobile turned off on the road.
The car makes a knocking noise from the engine and in order to drive, you have to hold in the traction control button. I was told that the connecting rod broke and has to be repaired & I believe that should be a recall with the engine.
Hello, I wanted to let you all know that I have a 2010 cadillac srx, to which in the past these type of vehicles had had a transmissions issues, thus recalled...Well the vehicle I own, is doing and having the same transmission problem/issues...and Yet it is not under the Recall list...The Cadillac dealership, has my car and is wanting to open up the transmission and inspect it for almost 2 thousand dollars( i like on a dissability montly income) ..I had this same car diagnosed at 2 different auto shops , whom provided me with the folllowing 2 error codes P076 and p0700, which are the transmision control solenoid and the transmission control module...but back at the cadillac service dealership , here in amarillo tx...they want almos $6000 for a new transmission replacement or half of that for rebuilding the current one...When i strongly believe that my car is part of the same recall , being the same model and same similiar transmission issues
Service rear axle message is displayed on the driver information center. The code indicates AWD has been turned off which can put my safety and or safety of others at risk. Service Bulletin (PI0703B) was issued for numerous 2010 Cadillac SRX, unfortunately the recall wasn't issued for my vehicle (VIN). The service bulletin was for DTC c0407 with symptom code 64, the exact same code that was found with my vehicle.
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the issue. The contact was unsure whether she had experienced a failure related to the recall. The contact also stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Questions about the 2010 Cadillac SRX engine
Does the 2010 Cadillac SRX have engine problems?
Owners have filed 60 complaints about the engine of the 2010 Cadillac SRX, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2010 Cadillac SRX engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 90,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Cadillac SRX engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V223000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Cadillac SRX have bad engine?
The Cadillac SRX model years with the most engine complaints are 2010 (60 complaints), 2004 (35 complaints) and 2005 (30 complaints).
Other 2010 Cadillac SRX problems
Lights 225Electrical 69Suspension 47Transmission 46Body 24Brakes 24Steering 17Driver assistance 16Airbags 15Visibility 13Acceleration 9Fuel system 7Seat belts 6Seats 5Wheels 5Tires 3Locks 2
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