2011 Audi Q5 vs 2011 Cadillac SRX
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 | 2011 Audi Q5 | 2011 Cadillac SRX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 142 | 446 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,195 | 1,558 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 78,892 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q5 | Cadillac SRX |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 198 |
| Air Bags | 67 | 17 |
| Engine | 42 | 25 |
| Suspension | 3 | 62 |
| Power Train | 12 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 40 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 35 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 13 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 10 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 12 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
2011 Audi Q5
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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.