How many brake complaints does the 2011 Cadillac SRX have?

NHTSA has logged 48 brake-related complaints for the 2011 SRX, which is about 11% of the 446 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Cadillac SRX?

No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data for this brake problem area on the 2011 SRX.

At what mileage do 2011 SRX brake problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2011 SRX is 93,000 miles.

How does the 2011 SRX compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2011 SRX had 48 brake complaints (11% share), close to 2012's 53 complaints (13% share), while later years like 2013 through 2016 saw notably fewer, ranging from 8 to 18 complaints.

Did the brake problems on the 2011 SRX cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this brake problem area for the 2011 SRX shows 1 crash and 2 injuries, with no reported fires.

2011 Cadillac SRX Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 48 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Cadillac SRX, about 11% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 93,000 miles. There is no related recall on file for this issue.

Brakes complaints: 48; 11% of 446
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 93,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal sinks toward the floor, sometimes after hitting a bump, requiring pumping to stop the vehicle.
Brakes feel spongy or soft and go nearly to the floor before slowing the car, with repair shops unable to find a cause.
Wheel hub and speed sensor failures cause ABS/stability warning codes and damage nearby brake components like calipers.
Some owners report the brake pedal stays applied or the brake light stays on continuously, limiting the car's speed.
One owner described sudden loss of control during braking at highway speed that led to a crash.

When 2011 Cadillac SRX brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 19, 2014, latest Mar 3, 2025.

48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2014 to Mar 2025; peak Nov 2019 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Cadillac SRX

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by SRX model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200525 (20%)
200616 (24%)
20078 (15%)
20088 (17%)
20093 (11%)
201034 (7%)
201148 (11%)
201253 (13%)
201317 (4%)
201413 (3%)
201518 (4%)
20168 (5%)
20191 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Cadillac SRX have?: NHTSA has logged 48 brake-related complaints for the 2011 SRX, which is about 11% of the 446 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Cadillac SRX?: No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data for this brake problem area on the 2011 SRX.
At what mileage do 2011 SRX brake problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2011 SRX is 93,000 miles.
How does the 2011 SRX compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2011 SRX had 48 brake complaints (11% share), close to 2012's 53 complaints (13% share), while later years like 2013 through 2016 saw notably fewer, ranging from 8 to 18 complaints.
Did the brake problems on the 2011 SRX cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this brake problem area for the 2011 SRX shows 1 crash and 2 injuries, with no reported fires.