The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 239 of 417 complaints (57%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more deaths (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 447 in 2011 to 417 in 2012.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 417
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,300–$3,450
- Combined MPG
- 18–19
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | vs. 2012 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–4,300 | 3,100–4,300 | 3,300–3,450 | 3,300–3,450 | 3,300–3,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–21 | 18–20 | 18–19 | 18–19 | 18–19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–18 / 22–25 | 16–18 / 22–24 | 16–17 / 23–24 | 16–17 / 23–24 | 16–17 / 23–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423–494 | 444–494 | 468–494 | 462–482 | 462–482 | |
| Complaints filed | 474 | 447 | 417 | 393 | 390 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 21 | 17 | 32 | 15 | 16 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 23 | 21 | 32 | 21 | 7 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Cadillac SRX have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2012 Cadillac SRX?
Visibility & Lighting: 239 of 417 NHTSA complaints (57%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Cadillac SRX get?
EPA rates it 18–19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Cadillac SRX?
EPA estimates $3,300–$3,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 17 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $3,300 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $3,450 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 33 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 53 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 18 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 46 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 15 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 2 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 16 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 24 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 239 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 29 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
SUSPENSION:REAR
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to not drive their vehicle if they experience certain Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warnings or other issues, such as unusual steering behavior, while driving. Please see the Part 573 report for the full list of warnings. Dealers will replace the adjustable toe link with a non-adjustable one, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2021. Cadillac and Saab customers may direct questions to Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N212340980.
SUSPENSION:REAR
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The recall began November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14457.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.