Worst 2012 Cadillac Srx Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Brakes
Suspension Failures
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Cadillac Srx.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 213 | 5 | 1 | 74,056 mi | |
| Brakes | 42 | 7 | 1 | 75,533 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 40 | 7 | — | 91,875 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 30 | 2 | 2 | 66,907 mi | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 18 | — | — | 71,500 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 17 | 4 | — | 67,223 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 15 | — | — | 44,102 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 4 | — | 25,708 mi | |
| Airbags | 13 | 10 | — | 63,725 mi | |
| Body Structure | 12 | 4 | — | 55,665 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 11 | — | — | 64,652 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 1 | — | 81,058 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | 1 | — | 73,210 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | 3 | — | 92,524 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | 85,767 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Camera System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention:Warnings:External/Pedestrian Alert | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Body Control Module/Bcm | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Bulbs | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Cadillac Srx
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,085,072 vehicles.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
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2012 Cadillac Srx — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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