10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,166 miles

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2015 Cadillac SRX lights problems

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2015 Cadillac SRX Owner Comments (Page 2 of 14)

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problem #241

Oct 102023

SRX

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Headlights are extremely dim. Huge safety hazard that GM should be held accountable for.

- Smithtown, NY, USA

problem #240

Sep 072023

SRX

  • miles
Unbeknownst to me, the 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX is prone to moisture in the headlights. We just bought a used 2015, and as night came, we went for our first evening drive, and the low beams are extremely dangerously dim. It looks like they weren-??t even on. Searching the internet on how to fix the problem, I came across what seems to be a ridiculous amount of unsatisfied customers with the same problem and Cadillac refusing to help or recall with a different replacement, since replacing with the same damaged part, just happens again with the moisture problem. There-??s even been a lawsuit, which was thrown out by the judge. If a driver has a blown bulb anywhere in their car, they are given a warning to replace or a ticket if they don-??t. How do we replace something that-??s going to fail again, because of a defective manufacturer part? Doesn-??t seem fair, and I for one will be driving with my high beams, so that I can see at night, after spending my hard earned money on what i think is a great and reliable car made by a company like Cadillac. Very disappointing to read all the neglected customers just trying to have a defective part be recalled and made right by such a huge company. There was also a reimbursement program that people struggled with getting reimbursed if it wasn-??t done exactly how they stated. This need your attention please. Cadillac/GM needs to recall all srx headlights and replace with newer and non defective ones before someone gets killed because of the dangers of extremely low dimming and defective lighting SAFETY FIRST

- Naples, FL, USA

problem #239

Jan 152022

SRX

  • miles
When driving at night with the headlights on dim, I can barely see the road. I have to drive with them on bright. I have heard other SRX have had the same problem. I-??ve called a Cadillac dealership twice to get info about a repair-??they said they would call back but have not and it-??s been at least 4 months since I contacted them.

- Goldsboro , NC, USA

problem #238

Aug 302023

SRX

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

HEADLAMPS ARE DEFECTIVE VERY DIM AND CAN NOT DRIVE VEHICLE AT NIGHT. DEALER CONFIRMED WIDESPREAD ISSUE THAT CADILLAC HAS FAILED TO RESOLVE. DEALER STATED SOME LETTERS were SENT TO LIMITED OWNERS AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPLACEMENT. BUT NOT TO ALL OWNERS. SAFETY HAZARD WHEN DRIVING DURING RAIN OR EVENINGS.

- Port Orange, FL, USA

problem #237

Jun 132022

SRX

  • 57,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at night, the headlights failed to provide adequate lighting. The contact stated that the headlights were extremely dim while driving on dimly lit streets. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the headlight assemblies needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

- Glassboro, NJ, USA

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problem #236

Dec 032021

SRX

  • miles
Cannot see at night, headlights are too dim even after being replaced. After looking into it, this seems to be a major problem for everyone that owes these vehicles. I just bought this vehicle used in December 2021 and did not test drive it at night, so did not know it was an issue when purchased.

- Randleman, NC, USA

problem #235

Sep 172022

SRX

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Headlamp mechanism defect. Running headlights are so dim, I can barely see the road at night. My car only has 37,000 miles on it. However, I did notice that the headlights seemed very dim the past few months and was trying to figure out if it was a setting issue (automatic/manual/etc.) or actual headlamp issue. Nothing worked. I decided to checked online for headlamp issues, I see that there has been an ongoing issue with many people regarding the defective Cadillac headlamp issue. The lighting mechanism is defective and lets moisture accumulate inside the unit, causing corrosion to the lighting system. Other people having the same problem have been unable to seek restitution at this time. I went to my dealership and presented the problem to them. They agreed the headlamp units were failing and needed replacement; however, it would not be covered under any recall or my bumper- to-bumper extended warranty. I found out that GM stopped making restitution in June 2022. In reviewing online complaints, this problem has been going on for quite some time in 2015-2020 Cadillacs. If this is a recurring problem due to defective parts, why is it not covered, and how can they justify no longer giving any type of restitution? Shouldn't there be reimbursement/replacement (RECALL) to anyone and everyone with this problem?

- Chickasha, OK, USA

problem #234

Dec 242022

SRX

  • miles
Headlamp mechanism defect. Running headlights were so dim, I could barely see the road at night. My car only has 65,000 miles on it and I rarely drive at night. However, I did notice that the headlights seemed very dim the past few months and was trying to figure out if it was a setting issue (automatic/manual/etc.) or actual headlamp issue. Nothing worked. When I made a 100 mile drive in the dark, I had virtually no headlights. It was very scary and dangerous. When we checked online for headlamp issues, I see that there has been an ongoing issue with many people regarding the defective Cadillac headlamp issue. The lighting mechanism is defective and lets moisture accumulate inside the unit, causing corrosion to the lighting system. I see some people have been reimbursed $800(+/-) for replacement of those headlamps (EACH headlamp part cost me $900). Other people having the same problem have been unable to seek restitution. I went to my dealership and presented the problem to them. They agreed the headlamp units were failing and needed replacement; however, it would not be covered under any recall or my bumper- to-bumper extended warranty. I ended up having to paying $2,500 for this repair of defective parts. They suggested I call GM. I did. GM said they stopped making restitution in June 2022. They offered a $100 oil change certificate. In reviewing online complaints, this problem has been going on for quite some time in 2015-2020 Cadillacs. If this is a recurring problem due to defective parts, why is it not covered, and how can they justify no longer giving any type of restitution? Shouldn't there be reimbursement/replacement (RECALL) to anyone and everyone with this problem?

- East Olympia, WA, USA

problem #233

Jan 022023

SRX

  • miles
The dim headlights must lose their reflective material around them as they get dimmer with age. I've replaced the headlight bulbs with stock headlight dim bulbs and there wasn't any improvement in visibility. I then replaced the bulbs with the brightest ones NAPA has and minimal improvement. I asked my car mechanic about this and he said they are known for this. He had just replaced the whole assembly for one two days prior to my coming in. Replacement cost $2000 with still having this defect occur again. The bright headlights work excellent. Makes it hard to drive with any visibility at night. Please review this safety issue.

- Laguna Vista, TX, USA

problem #232

Jul 072020

SRX

  • miles
There was a defective light headlamp recall issued in year 2020 for my vehicle 2015 SRX Cadillac. This was during the COVID pandemic. The recall started around March 2020 and ended June 2020. I was affected by COVID 19 as many were and I missed that window by a couple weeks. There was a noticeable dimming with my headlamps when driving at night. This issue has threatened me and my family putting our lives at risk. I took my vehicle back to Steve Foley Cadillac where I purchased it and it was confirmed that the headlamps were defective and needed replacement. Management in parts department told me I had to contact GM to get their approval to replace my headlamps in writing or I would have to pay out of pocket (2000.00 +) because the recall had expired by a couple weeks prior to getting my vehicle in for inspection. I continued to reach out to GM with many phone calls thru emails and texts they continued to say someone will call me back or e-mail me but it never happened. The safety and care of customers should never be compromised or ignored when catastrophic outcomes are present.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #231

Dec 012022

SRX

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Headlights grew dimmer and dimmer, creating a serious danger for night-time driving. The problem was confirmed by the local dealer. Both front headlight assemblies were replaced by the dealer at a cost of $2,460. The problem appeared over 2 years ago, but it gradually deteriorated, especially since the vehicle was a second car and not driven often at night. No warning lamps or symptoms until one night we were on the highway and realized it was a huge, scary safety issue as we were not visible to other drivers on the highway, and vice versa.

- Milford, MA, USA

problem #230

Jan 132023

SRX

  • miles
Suddenly, low beam headlights have become VERY dim. Both low beam headlights still work. They are both so dim you cannot see the roadway. Research revealed GM knows of this problem and has refused to issue a recall.

- Farmington, MO, USA

problem #229

Jan 102023

SRX

  • miles
this is 5 vehicle that i m working on for Cadillac SRX, now become a owner one, i m work on cars more then 15 years: I haven't seen low beam headlight very less brightness almost close to parking light the deem, its impossible to see with low beam on this Cadillac SRX SUV they most recall and replace it, it high risk to do accident and you may not able to see road. even this was in news some channels. i will try to go dealer ship ask previous law suit cases regarding about, you guys out there should not allowed this headlight to stick around, other people life in your hands this headlight has really problem about how bad deem is its not acceptable headlight

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #228

Oct 032022

SRX

  • miles
The headlights on my 2015 SRX are faulty--even GM admits it. They are so dim that it is dangerous to drive at night unless I keep my high beams on at all times, which is dangerous to other drivers. Without the high beams on at night, the reduced headlight performance prevents me from seeing more than 5 feet in front of my car. There was no warning--the lights simply dimmed to the point where I thought I didn't turn them on--but they are automatic on, just dim. The dealer has told me I need to fix the entire headlight assembly, at a cost of $2800.

- Galloway, OH, USA

problem #227

Nov 172022

SRX 6-cyl

  • miles
I have extremely dim headlights. I have to drive with my high beams on but they are dim as well. I had the dealership look at the lights and was told that the bulbs are fine but there is a known issue with the seal and water getting in and corroding the lens so the light can't pass thru. I was told Cadillac won't recall it but know about it and it will cost me $2600 to replace the entire assembly. I was also told it won't pass inspection like this. I can barely see and that is a huge safety issue for me. I struggle to drive at night. I work in downtown Houston and drive over an hour up and back. I drive home in the dark and am struggling to see to drive. Im a single mom of two...$2600 is just not possible for me. In addition I was told by the service team that when they first found out about this...they offered discounts but you had to pay in full first, then file a claim but they are not offering discounts any longer. I NEED TO BE ABLE TO SEE WHEN I DRIVE! This is not just a repair. This is a factory defect that should be fixed immediately under a recall. I will put today's date on the when, but my lights have gotten dimmer and dimmer over 2 years and now are dangerously dim.

- The Woodlands, TX, USA

problem #226

Nov 142022

SRX

  • miles
Dim headlamps that are non fixable by installing new lights.. headlamp assemblies in the 2016 Cadillac SRX suffer from defective seals that allow moisture to accumulate and condense, therefore damaging and dimming the headlight bulbs.

- Port Washington, WI, USA

problem #225

Jul 052022

SRX

  • 47,000 miles
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.

- Port Washington, WI, USA

problem #224

Jul 292022

SRX

  • miles
Since I purchased this car secondhand, the headlights are very dim at night, and it is unable to see in the dark, unless if I have my highbeams on which is a big safety hazard. The class action act expired by the time I purchase a vehicle, and I was unaware of this at the purchase of the vehicle. I have been in contact with two different aftermarket warranty companies, and they are refusing to cover it, in contact with Cadillac and oh, they suggested it was an aftermarket warranty. I have been unable to get coverage for something I believe I should since it is a safety hazard and that is not anything at my fault.

- Mcalisterville , PA, USA

problem #223

Sep 072022

SRX

  • miles
Low Beam Headlights are extremely dim and do not safely light road for night time driving. Took automobile into Cadillac Dealership and requested that headlights be tested. Mechanic documented that both headlights were below standards and recommended that both headlight assemblies be replaced. The Dealership mechanic explained that simple replacement of light bulb would not remedy problem and that the entire headlight assembly needed to be replaced at a cost of $1,200 EACH. My local mechanic has confirmed that he has tried to replace only light bulbs on other SRX's and all types of light bulbs have failed to increase the light intensity. This is definitely either an engineering and/or manufacturing defect where a car owner needs to spend over $2,300 to obtain adequate safe headlight lighting. The Cadillac SRX is a very popular model and being a model under 10 years old there are many drivers out on the roads driving at night with unsafe lighting being provided by their OEM automobile. I request that a recall be issued for this significant safely issue.

- Lansing, IL, USA

problem #222

Jul 242022

SRX

  • miles
My vehicle screen is starting to shatter.Each day it-??s shatter more and more. I hear a thump noise and then the screen shatters more and more. My vehicle has never been in a accident.

- Grosse Pointe, MI, USA

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