Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 Cadillac SRX. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- Consequence
- An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.
Rear Suspension Toe Link May Loosen and Separate
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
- Consequence
- A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings. Dealers will replace the adjustable toe link with a non-adjustable one, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2021. Cadillac and Saab customers may direct questions to Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N212340980.
Seat Track Bracket Rattle
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured November 11, 2014, to December 3, 2014. The front driver's seat may have been built with an incorrect seat track bracket. Drivers' seats with this condition may not be properly attached to the seat track.
- Consequence
- The front outboard seat bracket may become disengaged during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace affected seat track hook brackets, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac). GM's number for this recall is 14863.
Possible Loose Rear Suspension Toe Adjuster Link
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
- Consequence
- Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The recall began November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14457.
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Owner complaints (442)
442 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The exterior lighting is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 442 |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 302 | 68.3% |
| Electrical system | 44 | 10% |
| Unknown or other | 42 | 9.5% |
| Suspension | 29 | 6.6% |
| Visibility/wiper | 24 | 5.4% |
| Power train | 18 | 4.1% |
| Service brakes | 16 | 3.6% |
| Engine | 8 | 1.8% |
| Steering | 7 | 1.6% |
| Structure | 7 | 1.6% |
How 2015 compares with other SRX years
Best and worst SRX years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 47 | 0 |
| 2009 | 27 | 0 |
| 2010 | 474 | 6 |
| 2011 | 446 | 7 |
| 2012 | 416 | 3 |
| 2013 | 393 | 5 |
| 2014 | 390 | 2 |
| 2015 | 442 | 4 |
| 2016 | 168 | 2 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Cadillac SRX suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 462 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 462 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 482 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2015 Cadillac SRX FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Cadillac SRX have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 26V329000 (air bag), 21V473000 (suspension), 14V804000 (seat), 14V571000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Cadillac SRX problems?
Owners filed 442 complaints with NHTSA. Exterior lighting (302), Electrical system (44), Unknown or other (42) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Cadillac SRX get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 17 city, 24 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2015 Cadillac SRX get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 Cadillac SRX suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (17.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2015 SRX compare with other years?
Among the 2008–2019 Cadillac SRX model years at least five years old, the 2019 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2010 the most (474). The 2015 drew 442. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.