TSB: CADILLAC 9-4X, SRX (2010–2016)

Bulletin PIT5846 — July 15, 2021

Bulletin Details

Bulletin IDPIT5846
ManufacturerCADILLAC
Models9-4X, SRX
Model Years2010–2016
Date IssuedJuly 15, 2021
Date Added to NHTSASeptember 13, 2021
ComponentSUSPENSION
Vehicles Affected18 combinations

What is a TSB?

A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.

If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.

Summary

This preliminary information discusses possible rear suspension issues caused by a rear toe adjustment link.

Affected Vehicles

MakeModelYearComponent
CADILLAC SRX 2016 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2016 020000 SUSPENSION
CADILLAC SRX 2015 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2015 020000 SUSPENSION
CADILLAC SRX 2014 020000 SUSPENSION
CADILLAC SRX 2014 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2013 020000 SUSPENSION
CADILLAC SRX 2013 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
SAAB 9-4X 2012 020000 SUSPENSION
SAAB 9-4X 2012 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2012 020000 SUSPENSION
CADILLAC SRX 2012 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
SAAB 9-4X 2011 020000 SUSPENSION
SAAB 9-4X 2011 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2011 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2011 020000 SUSPENSION
CADILLAC SRX 2010 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
CADILLAC SRX 2010 020000 SUSPENSION

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SRX 2015 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR... General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalad...
SRX 2016 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR... General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalad...

What Should You Do?

If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized CADILLAC dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (PIT5846) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.

Frequently Asked Questions

A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.

If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.

Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.

This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.