2010 Cadillac SRX vs 2010 Subaru Outback
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 474 | 360 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 18 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,502 | 310 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 225 | 35 |
| Power Train | 46 | 94 |
| Electrical System | 69 | 33 |
| Engine | 52 | 44 |
| Suspension | 47 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 44 |
| Steering | 17 | 41 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 21 | 106 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 13 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 53 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 5 |
| Water leaks | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2010 Cadillac SRX
2010 Subaru Outback
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.