Is the electrical system a common problem on the 2016 Cadillac SRX?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 110 of the 168 total complaints filed for the 2016 Cadillac SRX, or 65%, involve the Electrical System.

At what mileage do 2016 Cadillac SRX electrical problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2016 Cadillac SRX is 54,500 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Cadillac SRX electrical system?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Electrical System on the 2016 Cadillac SRX.

What electrical issues do owners report most on the 2016 Cadillac SRX?

Owners most often describe dim or malfunctioning low beam headlights, headlights switching modes on their own, infotainment screen glitches, and cracked digital dashboard displays.

Have electrical problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2016 Cadillac SRX?

NHTSA data lists 2 crashes and 1 injury tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Cadillac SRX, with no fires reported.

2016 Cadillac SRX Electrical System Problems

Electrical System complaints account for 110 of 168 total complaints (65%) filed for the 2016 Cadillac SRX, with median failure mileage at 54,500. No related recalls are listed for this problem area on this year.

Electrical System complaints: 110; 65% of 168
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 54,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Low beam headlights reported as too dim to see the road at night, with some drivers switching to high beams to compensate.
Headlights independently switch between high and low beam while driving at various speeds, with no warning indicators present.
Infotainment touchscreen randomly moves, changes, blinks, or shuts off while driving, distracting the driver.
Central digital dashboard develops a stress fracture that spreads into a web of cracks affecting display operation.
Digital and analog speedometers show a mismatch of 3 or more mph, making it unclear which reading is accurate.
Wiring damaged by rodent chewing caused unexpected loss of function until dealer repair.

When 2016 Cadillac SRX electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 17, 2016, latest Jun 5, 2026.

110 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q1 to 2026 Q2; peak 2021 Q4 (12).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Cadillac SRX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by SRX model year

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

2010271 (57%)
2011231 (52%)
2012255 (61%)
2013263 (67%)
2014291 (75%)
2015334 (76%)
2016110 (65%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the electrical system a common problem on the 2016 Cadillac SRX?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 110 of the 168 total complaints filed for the 2016 Cadillac SRX, or 65%, involve the Electrical System.
At what mileage do 2016 Cadillac SRX electrical problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2016 Cadillac SRX is 54,500 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Cadillac SRX electrical system?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Electrical System on the 2016 Cadillac SRX.
What electrical issues do owners report most on the 2016 Cadillac SRX?: Owners most often describe dim or malfunctioning low beam headlights, headlights switching modes on their own, infotainment screen glitches, and cracked digital dashboard displays.
Have electrical problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2016 Cadillac SRX?: NHTSA data lists 2 crashes and 1 injury tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Cadillac SRX, with no fires reported.