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2015 Cadillac SRX Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2015 Cadillac SRX, 4% of the 442 total complaints filed for that year. Median mileage at failure is 47,000. There is 1 crash and no related recalls on file.

Brakes complaints
18
4% of 442
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
47,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Owners describe the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) failing outright, triggering simultaneous brake, ABS, and stability/traction warning lights.
  • Some report the brake pedal feeling delayed or requiring extra pressure to engage, with wheels squeaking during braking.
  • Several describe stabilitrak or ABS warning lights appearing along with a sudden, unexpected slowdown while driving on the highway.
  • Owners note brake pedal feel that comes and goes randomly, going hard one day and returning to normal a day or two later.
  • One owner reported front brake pads and rotors were replaced for a squeaking noise, but the squeak returned afterward.
  • One owner reported the ABS control module failed, requiring full replacement for the ABS system to function properly.

When 2015 Cadillac SRX brake complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 20, 2015, latest Oct 1, 2025.

2015 Cadillac SRX brakes complaints: complaints filed per month2Aug 2015Sep 2019Nov 2022Jan 2024Mar 2025Sep 2025
18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2015 to Oct 2025; peak Sep 2019 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2015 Cadillac SRX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by SRX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201034 (7%)
  2. 201148 (11%)
  3. 201253 (13%)
  4. 201317 (4%)
  5. 201413 (3%)
  6. 201518 (4%)
  7. 20168 (5%)
  8. 20191 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2015 Cadillac SRX?
NHTSA lists 18 brake-related complaints for the 2015 Cadillac SRX, which is 4% of the 442 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Cadillac SRX?
No. There are no related recalls listed for brakes on the 2015 Cadillac SRX in NHTSA data.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2015 SRX?
The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2015 Cadillac SRX is 47,000 miles.
Were there any crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2015 SRX?
NHTSA records show 1 crash and no fires or injuries among the 18 brake complaints for the 2015 Cadillac SRX.
How does the 2015 SRX compare to other years for brake complaints?
The 2015 SRX had 18 brake complaints (4% share), lower than 2011 (48 complaints, 11%) and 2012 (53 complaints, 13%), but higher than 2014 (13 complaints, 3%).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.