Cadillac SRX vs Honda CR-V
For 2005–2016 models, the Honda CR-V has 20.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 62.7 for the Cadillac SRX. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2016), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Cadillac SRX
62.7 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.0× the Honda CR-V’s rate
- Complaints
- 2,982
- Sold
- 475,778
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2010. Fewest: 2006–2009. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 64,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 68,000 mi
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Water leaks and seals
Typically around 71,500 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 59,759 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 21,000 mi
Honda CR-V
20.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
67% fewer than the Cadillac SRX
- Complaints
- 6,333
- Sold
- 3,034,289
- Recall campaigns
- 33
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2007–2008. Fewest: 2012–2013 and 2016. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 68,000 mi
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Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration
Typically around 16,750 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 66,350 mi
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Injectors and high-pressure fuel system
Typically around 13,203 mi · repair $720–$2,150
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Cadillac SRX or the Honda CR-V?
For 2005–2016 models, the Honda CR-V has 20.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Cadillac SRX has 62.7, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Cadillac SRX?
The most-reported problem on the Cadillac SRX is wiring harness, grounds and connectors, typically around 64,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Honda CR-V?
The most-reported problem on the Honda CR-V is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 68,000 miles.
Which Cadillac SRX and Honda CR-V years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Cadillac SRX: 2010; Honda CR-V: 2007–2008.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.