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This 2008 Cadillac Srx has 47 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2008 Cadillac Srx Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2008 Cadillac Srx trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2008 Cadillac Srx Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated17.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
17.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2008 Cadillac Srx has 47 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Cadillac
- Model
- Srx
- Model year
- 2008
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 47
- Crash-related complaints
- 6
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 17
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 22
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2008 Cadillac Srx problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Airbag Malfunctions
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Airbag Malfunctions, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2008 Cadillac Srx?
This CADILLAC SRX year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2008 Cadillac Srx
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The CADILLAC SRX has 47 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. 6 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.
- 47 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 0 federal recall campaigns
- 6 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2008 Cadillac Srx complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Cadillac Srx. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2008 Cadillac Srx. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I got into an accident and my airbags did not go off
The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated and the horn became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not mad…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2008 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HER DAUGHTER ARRIVED HOME AND PARKED THE VEHICLE INSIDE THE GARAGE, SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON AND OF. HER DAUGHTER ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART. THE C…
BOUGHT USED..IN IDOL WILL VIBRATE STEERING COLUM ..ALWAYS SIGNALS TO CHECK TIRES AND OIL..
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 ' 70 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE CHECKED THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW TO …
THIS CONCERNS THE AIRBAG WARNING SENCER LIGHT
THIS COMPLAINT IS A CONTINUATION OF COMPLAINT BIN23-53927 AND DESCRIBES THE FINDINGS OF THE TRANSMISSION DISASSEMBLY. DISASSEMBLY WAS DELAYED DUE TO MEDICAL TREATMENT UNRELATED TO THIS INCIDENT. TRANSMISSION FAILED SUDDENLY IN HIGH VOLUME "RUSH" HOUR TRAFFIC. TORQUE WAS LOST JUST…
AT NIGHT I CAN'T SEE OUT MY WINDOW IT'S VERY DARK AND MY HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM MAKING IT VERY HARD TO SEE AT NIGHT. I HAVE TO PUT MY HIGH BEAMS ON TO SEE. ALSO MY STRONG IS HARD TO TURN WHEN I'M TRYING TO REVERSE OR PARK BUT SOMETIMES IT'S FINE LIKE THEIR ISN'T ANYTHING WRONG A…
SO JUST BOUGHT THIS CROSSOVER, WHICH IS MORE LIKE A SHORT SUV, OR A REALLY STURDY AND STOUT STATION WAGON; WITH 98,000MILES 9N IT. SO THERE MUST'VE BEEN AN ISSUE WITH THE AIR BAGS BECAUSE I WAS CLEANING UNDER THE FRONT SEATS AND WHILE DOING SO, K I LOCKED A RESISTOR WRAPPED IN EL…
WHEN DRIVING THE ACCELERATION IS SLOW TO PICK UP. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND WHEN I TOOK IT TO GET CHECK THE CODE P0008 CAME UP. THAT'S WHEN YOU HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE ENGINE MODULE DETECTING A PROBLEM WITH THE TIMING BETWEEN THE CRANKSHAFT AND BANK 1 CRANKSHAFT.
STABILITRAK LIGHT COMES ON, ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON WITH REDUCED ENGINE POWER, LOUD THUMPING NOISES FROM FRONT DRIVE TRAIN AT ANY SPEED TURNING OR DRIVING STRAIGHT, UNSAFE TO DRIVE
BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY. FLUID LEAKED FROM SEVERELY CORRODED BRAKE LINES. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A 25MPH RD NEAR HOME. BARELY STOPPED WITH FULL PRESSURE ON PEDAL. I WAS HEADED FOR HIGHWAY AND AM VERY LUCKY IT DIDN'T HAPPEN THERE. GM BRAKE LINE CORROSION IS A SCANDAL. 30 YEARS IN CAR …
BRAKE LINE BURST DUE TO CORROSION, LINE FROM MASTER CYLINDER TO ABS MODULATOR, DURING PANIC BRAKING SITUATION WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN. VEHICLE CAME WITHIN INCHES FROM REAR ENDING A SMALL CAR FULL OF PEOPLE. AS A PREVIOUS OWNER OF A 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO, OF WHICH I HAD A…
EVENT: WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON US 231 S (MEMORIAL PKY) IN HUNTSVILLE AL, TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED WITH ENGINE STILL RUNNING. NO PRIOR WARNING SYMPTOMS-NO SOUND-NO VIBRATION-NO LOCK UP-EITHER SOME PART BECAME UNCOUPLED OR TRANSMISSION "SHIFTED" INTO NEUTRAL OR SOME PART FAILED SUCH …
WHEN DRIVING HOME FROM A 2 HOUR TRIP IN SNOWY CONDITIONS, THE CAR STARTED MAKING A NOISE FROM THE ENGINE JUST AS WE PULLED ONTO OUR ROAD BUT NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. WE DID NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC CHANGED OIL AND FILTER AND SAYS HE …
WEAVING IN BETWEEN CARS WITHOUT SIGNALING, TAILGATING EVERY CAR SHE CAME BEHIND. SHE TRIED TO CUT PEOPLE OFF. SHE TIRED TO PULL IN FRONT OF PEOPLE USING NONEXISTENT LANES. SPEEDING AND VULGAR HAND GESTURES.
THE BRAKE LINES ON MY 2008 CADILLAC HAVE RUSTED THROUGH CAUSING THE BRAKES TO FAIL, AND CAUSE OTHER DAMAGE TO THE BOTTOM LINE OF THE CAR.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A CUSTOMER SERVICE SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN REGARDING A THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WITH THE ENGINE RED…
SRX WAS DRIVEN EARLIER IN THE DAY WITHOUT INCIDENT. PARKED AT HOME, THEN 6 HOURS LATER CAR DOOR OPENED AND PANORAMIC SUNROOF MAIN PANEL EXPLODED, THE SHATTERED GLASS WAS CAUGHT BY THE RETRACTABLE HEADLINER.
SERVICE AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT CAME AND STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE STALLS AND STOPS. VEHICLE STILL RUNNING BUT WILL NOT DRIVE OR REVERSE. I WAS ON A MAJOR STREET AT A LIGHT INTERSECTION AND ALMOST REAR ENDED BY OTHER VEHICLES. TOWED TO A CADILLAC DEALER AND THEY CANNOT FIGURE O…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2008 Cadillac Srx.
Safety recalls
2008 Cadillac Srx recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2008 Cadillac Srx. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2008 Cadillac Srx buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2008 Cadillac Srx reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 47 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. This CADILLAC SRX year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Cadillac Srx?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (11 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (8 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Cadillac Srx?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2008 Cadillac Srx?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2008 Cadillac Srx, NHTSA complaints include 6 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 47 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2008 Cadillac Srx have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2008 Cadillac Srx in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2008 Cadillac Srx?▾
This CADILLAC SRX year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Srx reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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