2012 Cadillac SRX vs 2012 Kia Sorento
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 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 416 | 876 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,613 | 233 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 76 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 92,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 461 |
| Exterior Lighting | 233 | 60 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 127 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 79 |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 33 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 68 |
| Power Train | 11 | 55 |
| Suspension | 41 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 142 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 81 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 54 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 48 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 39 |
2012 Cadillac SRX
2012 Kia Sorento
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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.