2013 Cadillac SRX vs 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
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 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 393 | 161 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2,005 | 1,667 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 217 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 52 | 53 |
| Engine | 17 | 45 |
| Power Train | 31 | 28 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 43 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 26 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 20 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 25 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
2013 Cadillac SRX
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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.