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Cadillac SRX grinding brakes problems

43 of the 3,266 owner complaints about the Cadillac SRX describe grinding or squealing brakes, most of them for the 2010 model year.

owner complaints
43
worst model year
2010
typical mileage
57,900
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below

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Filed Oct 3, 2025 · Brakes, Steering · FL

* Component systems ABS, braking, steering, loud noises in rear wheels, grinding, are all malfunctioning. The left rear tire was tited while driving, I was told it was unsafe to drive. It's currently at the dealership. * Safety concerns are in the documentation. There are others in Add. Encl. VI - X. Due to the download restrictions, I was unable to submit. * The problems were also noticed by another service center wile putting tires on. * Warning Lights are consistently on: ABS, Engine, Stabilitrac. I can't remember the exact initial date, I know it's been years. I have called this to the attention to the service manager every time the car has been repaired. I have always taken it to the same Cadillac dealership and it's been the same service manager. I am sure, through all of the service records, the initial date can be found. It's been always overlooked. I paid cash for it at another non-Cadillac dealership in 12/2017. I am tired of being taken advantage of. Please help? Your immediate attention will be kindly appreciated. Thank you!

Filed Jul 16, 2025 · Transmission · 61,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while responding and made an abnormal squeaking sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with differential failure. The contact was informed that the differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

Filed Oct 23, 2024 · Acceleration, Suspension · NC

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the front of the vehicle. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 40 MPH. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Nov 2, 2023 · Brakes · 105,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to come into a complete stop, the contact drove over a bump in the roadway and the brakes made an abnormal grinding sound and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was a stopping distance delay, which caused the vehicle to stop after the stop sign. The contact stated that she pumped the brake pedal and was able to continue driving. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 5 MPH from a complete stop, the vehicle in front of her stopped abruptly. The contact stated that the vehicle hit a bump while she quickly depressed the brake pedal, and the failure recurred, causing the vehicle to rear-end the other vehicle. The contact stated that it was a fender-bender. There were no injuries sustained. The contact stated that the failure had recurred while driving 45 MPH; however, the roadway was not bumpy. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was purchased, and the dealer performed a brake inspection; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. Additionally, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the brake pads and rotors were replaced, and the brake calipers were inspected; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

Filed Jan 14, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · IL

Squeaking noises in the front end sounds like rubbing also when you were at a stop and you turn the wheel from left to right sounds like a rubbing noise just purchased vehicle at the end of summer used started during the winter

Filed Nov 3, 2022 · Brakes, Lights · 47,000 miles · WI

The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, a squeaking noise was present coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the front brake pads and rotors, but the failure continued. Additionally, while driving at night with the low beam headlights activated, the headlights were extremely dim, making visibility extremely difficult while driving. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 40,700.

Filed Mar 23, 2022 · Lights, Steering · 117,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlights were very dim, making it difficult to see the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlamps assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that while turning the steering wheel, there was a grinding noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.

Filed Oct 6, 2021 · Suspension · 65,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made a loud squealing noise even after having an alignment performed. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.

Filed Sep 9, 2021 · Electrical, Suspension · 147,522 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal grinding noise detected. The stabilitrak and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated that the part was not available and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The contact called another local dealer Bill Gatton Chevrolet (1000 W. State St, Bristol, TN 37620, (423) 482-0409) and was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 147,522. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Aug 18, 2021 · Suspension · 67,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would sway from side to side with the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that an abnormal grinding sound would emit from the axle. Additionally, excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who replaced the driveshaft; however, the power steering failure persisted without warning. The contact then received a recall notice for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where she was then referred to another dealer; however, the contact received no response from the second dealer. The manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleReported March 29, 2004 · 11,375 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with all wheel drive, the antilock brake system (ABS) may improperly temporarily isolate the driver from the foundation brake system for a maximum of 1.25 seconds.
Risk
This can cause in an increase in braking distance, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ABS traction control system controller. Owner notification began on may 10, 2004. Owners should contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339.

Recall number 04V151000 · Recall details

Questions about the Cadillac SRX grinding brakes

Which Cadillac SRX years have grinding or squealing brakes problems?

The model years with the most reports are 2010 (11 complaints), 2004 (9 complaints) and 2005 (7 complaints).

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