Unknown Transmission hesitation, causing vehicle to delay when pulling out in traffic. Vehicle also slips when driving at 2,000 rpm’s.
2011 Cadillac SRX transmission problems
36 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 42,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 36
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 42,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission5
- Axle assembly: axle shaft1
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
0k-25k
25k-50k
50k-75k
75k-100k
100k-125k
125k-150k
150k-175k
175k-200k
200k+
Cadillac SRX transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Cadillac SRX transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- 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
What 2011 Cadillac SRX owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 3 MPH, there was a failure with the transmission and loss of power steering assist. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed. The contact also stated that the rear axle and suspension warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 76,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated there was a default of service axle notification warning light on the instrument panel while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed at a local dealer with an external rear axle leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000
"Rear Axle Service" light remains on after replacement of rear toelinks due to manufacturer recall. Rear differential clutch control module issue. Differential clutch oil leaking into the rear differential through the limited slip differential clutch. Oil pump was not replaced.
2011 cadillac srx. Consumer writes in regards to gm safety recall. The consumer stated the vehicle shut off while being on multiple occasions. On the third day of owning the vehicle, it began rolling backwards while the driver was applying the brake pedal. There was a recall on the vehicle, but the parts were not available. The check engine light was illuminated.
It’s doing everything they said it would when I need to stop driving it due to recall
Transmission shift cable
Headlights are dim on low beam with condensation present inside housing. Very dangerous nighttime driving. Must use high beams in order to see to drive which also creates very dangerous driving conditions in the face of oncoming traffic. Have also had rear axle repaired which appears to be a very common problem with cadillac srx models
Feel slight rear vibration, dash light appears "service rear axel". Dealer service dept. Cannot fix.
My stabilizer track/ABS light came on but before it did my car was driving about 20 miles even though I had my foot down on the gas. Then it jumps into moving fast. The light goes on and off, so when it's off the car won't move it drags then it jumps but when the stabilizer track/ABS light comes back on it doesn't do this. I checked recalls and it says my vehicle doesn't have any but who knows if this has been fixed improperly before. I was driving and cars were beeping then when it jumped I almost hit a car in front of me.
Questions about the 2011 Cadillac SRX transmission
Does the 2011 Cadillac SRX have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 36 complaints about the transmission of the 2011 Cadillac SRX, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 Cadillac SRX transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 42,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Cadillac SRX transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 11V595000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Cadillac SRX have bad transmission?
The Cadillac SRX model years with the most transmission complaints are 2010 (46 complaints), 2011 (36 complaints) and 2004 (34 complaints).
Other 2011 Cadillac SRX problems
Lights 198Suspension 63Brakes 40Electrical 40Engine 28Body 26Visibility 22Airbags 17Steering 13Wheels 13Driver assistance 12Acceleration 11Fuel system 7Seat belts 6Seats 3Locks 1Tires 1
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2011 Cadillac SRX?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history