2015 Cadillac SRX vs 2015 Ford Explorer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Cadillac SRX | 2015 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 442 | 1,782 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,529 | 124 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac SRX | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 7 | 407 |
| Steering | 7 | 345 |
| Exterior Lighting | 302 | 17 |
| Engine | 8 | 226 |
| Electrical System | 44 | 92 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 130 |
| Suspension | 29 | 82 |
| Power Train | 18 | 84 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 50 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 27 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 64 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 46 |
2015 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.