NHTSA has 393 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Cadillac SRX[1]. The biggest group, with 217 complaints, names the exterior lighting[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.
- Exterior Lighting. 217 complaints[2]. Owners describe headlights that look dim at night, especially on low beam. Some say a dealer replaced them and the trouble came back, and some mention repair quotes they found steep.
- Electrical System. 52 complaints[6]. Owners describe a car that hesitates or will not move when they press the pedal, plus radio and fuel gauge oddities and a dead battery.
- Unknown Or Other. 37 complaints[7]. These reports do not fit a clear component group.
- Power Train. 31 complaints[8]. Owners describe a delay before the car responds when pulling away, and some talk about odd transmission behavior.
- Speed Control. 25 complaints[9]. Owners describe a short loss of acceleration after stopping, such as at a light or stop sign.
- Engine. 17 complaints[10].
- Suspension. 16 complaints[11].
- Brakes. 13 complaints[12].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2013 SRX is necessarily included.
- Suspension › Rear (21V473), June 2021. About 380,498 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Suspension › Rear (14V571), September 2014. About 290,241 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) (14V212), April 2014. About 50,571 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
- Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs (13V202), May 2013. About 18,871 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
- Electrical System › Software (13V097), March 2013. About 26,582 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[17]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2013 Cadillac SRX with 3.6L 6-cylinder[20] | 280 hp |
How 2013 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 216 | 7 |
| 2005 | 122 | 3 |
| 2006 | 68 | 3 |
| 2007 | 52 | 1 |
| 2008 | 47 | 0 |
| 2009 | 27 | 0 |
| 2010 | 474 | 6 |
| 2011 | 447 | 7 |
| 2012 | 417 | 3 |
| 2013 | 393 | 5 |
| 2014 | 390 | 2 |
| 2015 | 443 | 4 |
| 2016 | 168 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the SRX show 393 complaints and 5 recalls for 2013[3]. Among the 13 model years listed, 8 have fewer complaints than 2013 and 4 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2009 (27) and the most are for 2010 (474)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2013 SRX?
The complaint record for this SRX leans heavily toward the exterior lighting group[2]. The electrical system comes next[6]. Owners also describe a pause in acceleration that shows up under several groups[8][9]. These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold[1]. Recalls exist for this model year, so check the recall section on this page[3].
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Cadillac SRX?
- Exterior lighting has the largest group of complaints, followed by the electrical system[2][6].
- Are there recalls on the 2013 Cadillac SRX?
- Yes, recalls exist for this model year. See the Recalls section on this page for the list[3].
- How many complaints does the 2013 Cadillac SRX have?
- NHTSA has 393 owner complaints on file[1].
- Is the 2013 Cadillac SRX reliable?
- Owners report trouble in several areas, led by exterior lighting and the electrical system[2][6]. Complaints are unverified and not adjusted for sales[1].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2013 Cadillac SRX?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 393 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Cadillac SRX (15 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 21 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 217 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 65,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Cadillac SRX model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for SRX 2WD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 52 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 3 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 37 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 50,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 31 complaints name the power train component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 51,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 25 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 9,200). NHTSA vehicle records
- 17 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 22,750). NHTSA vehicle records
- 16 complaints name the suspension component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 85,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 13 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 1 fires, 11 injuries, median mileage at failure 80,171). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 21V473, filed June 24, 2021: Suspension › Rear. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 14V571, filed September 19, 2014: Suspension › Rear. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 14V212, filed April 25, 2014: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm / Pcm / Tecm). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 13V202, filed May 16, 2013: Wheels › Lugs / Nuts / Bolts / Studs. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 13V097, filed March 15, 2013: Electrical System › Software. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for SRX AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Gasoline or E85, All-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 23 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2013 Cadillac SRX with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 280 hp. www.epa.gov