2012 Cadillac SRX power train problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2012 Cadillac SRX — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to shift into gear properly, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the…”
filed Aug 18, 2025
“The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a message displayed on the instrument panel “service rear axle”. Additionally, the contact stated that she received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension) however, the…”
filed Jul 7, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other SRX years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 SRX | 5 | 3% |
| 2015 SRX | 18 | 4% |
| 2014 SRX | 20 | 5% |
| 2013 SRX | 31 | 8% |
| 2011 SRX | 36 | 8% |
| 2010 SRX | 46 | 10% |
| 2009 SRX | 4 | 15% |
| 2008 SRX | 11 | 23% |
| 2007 SRX | 12 | 23% |
| 2006 SRX | 13 | 19% |
| 2005 SRX | 7 | 6% |
| 2004 SRX | 34 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Cadillac SRX
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.