2011 Cadillac SRX vs 2011 Ford Flex
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 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 446 | 144 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,558 | 45 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 78,892 mi | 82,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 198 | 2 |
| Steering | 13 | 57 |
| Suspension | 62 | 2 |
| Power Train | 36 | 19 |
| Engine | 25 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 35 | 8 |
| Structure | 26 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 5 |
| Water leaks | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 10 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 10 |
2011 Cadillac SRX
2011 Ford Flex
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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.