TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WAS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE FROM THE IGNITION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V394000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE MOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MA…
2005 Cadillac SRX electrical problems
severe 16 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
16
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
LEFT FRONT TURN SIGNAL KEEPS GOING OUT. 5 TIMES SINCE OWNING THE CAR. REPAIR COSTS TO CHANGE BULB $250. HAPPENS WITH OUT WARNING. CADILLAC HAS NO FIX FOR PROBLEM. NEED TO BE A RECALL, AND SOLUTION TO PROBLEM. HAPPEN WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION, WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS USED.
FOR MORE THAN 2.5 YEARS MY SRX (PURCHASED NEW IN 2005) HAS EXPERIENCED RE-OCCURRING/INTERMITTENT TURN SIGNAL FAILURE OF BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT TURN SIGNALS. AFTER THE TURN SIGNAL FAILS, IT WILL SOMETIMES WORK AGAIN AFTER A SECOND OR THIRD ATTEMPT. MOST OFTEN, HOWEVER, I MUST RESORT TO SWITCHING ON MY HAZARD LIGHTS TO ACTIVATE THE TURN SIGNAL. THE VEHICLE HAS UNDERGONE TEN UNSUCCESSFUL REPAIR A…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2005 Cadillac SRX?
It's a meaningful issue. 16 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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