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2010 Cadillac SRX: complete transmission failure

5 of the 474 complaints about the 2010 Cadillac SRX describe complete transmission failure.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
1%
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 75 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Complete transmission failure by model year

  • 2016
    1
  • 2014
    3
  • 2013
    3
  • 2010
    5
  • 2008
    2
  • 2004
    2

What owners say

Filed Sep 20, 2022 · Engine, Transmission · TX

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

Filed May 23, 2018 · Suspension, Transmission · 80,000 miles · OH

Approximately 3 weeks ago, my 2010 cadillac srx started vibrating shuttering when down shifting between 20-25 MPH. I took into dealer who stated needs new transmission at 84k miles. Just today, it started vibrating hard down shifting at 40 MPH. I had traction control issues around 61k miles which was covered under warranty, sensor failures, suspension and accumulator failure at 66k miles and A/C actuator faulty at 48k miles. Most repairs on any vehicle I have ever owned and this is gma top of the line.

Filed Nov 25, 2017 · Engine · 8,999 miles · NJ

My transmission failed when a radiator hose came off and my warranty expired by 3000 miles but I still have it till dec.2018. This happen to me thursday nov..9,2017. Had my SUV at gold coasting oakhurst where I purchased it they put hose back on,but they do not want to cover transmission problem

Filed Oct 12, 2016 · Transmission · MI

The 2010 cadillac srx with only 29,526 miles would not go into park. Found to be transmission control module assembly. Returned to have part replaced transmission control sticking during operation replaced transmission control shifter assembly. Parts was $207.83 and labor was $280.00, misc $25.00. Should not happen at 29,526 miles.

Filed Mar 25, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 15,000 miles · MD

Passenger side head light has ongoing electrical short goes out indicates on the information center then will randomly come back on took it in to the dealer no fix. Also when turning to the left or the right there is squeaking noise from the tires and suspension it gets worse when cold out. To pay 55,000.00 for a car and have ongoing issues. It also got new head gaskets at 51,000 miles and a new transmission at 43,000 because it wouldn't go in to reverse one afternoon. Had to be towed to a dealer was replaced under warranty.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmissionReported December 20, 2011 · 8,789 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 cadillac srx vehicles manufactured from october 26, 2008, through june 23, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 114, “theft protection.” these vehicles may have a transmission shift cable that was improperly installed and may come out of the transmission bracket.
Risk
The driver may be unable to shift the transmission out of gear, resulting in no motion or the shifter may inaccurately indicate that the transmission is in park when it is not, allowing the vehicle to roll away and cause a possible crash.
Remedy
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will ensure that the transmission shift cable is properly routed and seated in the transmission cable bracket. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2012. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339.

Recall number 11V595000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2010 Cadillac SRX transmission failure

Is complete transmission failure a common problem on the 2010 Cadillac SRX?

5 of 474 owner complaints about the 2010 Cadillac SRX (1%) mention complete transmission failure. The model year with the most reports is 2010.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 Cadillac SRX?

There is 1 recall and 75 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2010 Cadillac SRX

Headlights 219Check engine light 23Water leak 15Stalling 12Grinding brakes 11Loss of power 10ABS 8Won't shift 8Engine failure 7Ball joint 6Power steering loss 6Warning lights 5Won't start 5

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