2004 Cadillac SRX engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 35 complaints for the 2004 Cadillac SRX, 11% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 35 11% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 53,000 miles 30 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 10 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 9 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 4 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 30 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 53,000 miles, and 53% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 fire, 10 injuries.
What owners wrote
When reaching into the tailgate, your legs are frequently burnt if you come too close to the tailpipes that protrude from under the vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac srx. The contact stated that the transmission engaged the traction control independently and the vehicle would brake and drive at the same time. An abnormal screeching sound was heard when the failures occurred. There were no warning indicators illuminated; however, the message "stability system engaged" appeared. The vehicle was not towed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 123,000.
Other problems reported for the 2004 Cadillac SRX
- Stability control 43 complaints
- Electrical system 36 complaints
- Brakes 30 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 30 complaints
- Steering 27 complaints
- Cruise control 17 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 15 complaints