2011 Cadillac SRX vs 2011 Subaru Forester
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 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 446 | 147 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,558 | 349 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,892 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 198 | 4 |
| Engine | 25 | 60 |
| Suspension | 62 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 35 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 29 |
| Power Train | 36 | 8 |
| Structure | 26 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 7 |
| Water leaks | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 5 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2011 Cadillac SRX
2011 Subaru Forester
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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.