2012 Cadillac SRX vs 2012 Ford Explorer
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 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 416 | 822 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,613 | 88 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 70,050 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 18 | 357 |
| Exterior Lighting | 233 | 6 |
| Structure | 19 | 142 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 63 |
| Engine | 15 | 79 |
| Power Train | 11 | 55 |
| Suspension | 41 | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 41 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 15 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 74 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 53 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 16 |
2012 Cadillac SRX
2012 Ford Explorer
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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.