NHTSA Data Explorer

Cadillac

Data refreshed September 6, 2026

Complaints

14,985

Active records

Recalls

228

Active records

TSBs

12,226

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

59

Injuries

1,030

Crashes

1,008

Fires

358

Top reported issues — Cadillac

Click a category to expand its values.

Condition issue

4,023

Operating state

3,958

Reporting mechanism

2,305

Lighting behavior

2,029

Engine behavior

1,738

Safety restraint issue

1,591

Braking behavior

1,379

Fluid issue

1,320

Noise

1,268

Driver assistance issue

1,183

Performance issue

982

Thermal issue

866

Steering behavior

789

Vibration/harshness

785

Safety restraint behavior

739

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

708

Electrical issue

603

Access/entry issue

600

Infotainment behavior

461

Starting behavior

370

Ride/handling behavior

331

Powering on/off behavior

281

Smell

241

Recent change

193

HVAC behavior

178

Wiper/washer behavior

68

Communication/network issue

45

Electrified system issue

24

Charging behavior

5

Most-reported Cadillac models

Ranked by total record count. Sparkline shows the last 12 months. Click a model to view year-level data.

1

SRX

3,261

2

DeVille

2,540

3

CTS

2,243

4

Escalade

1,712

5

Seville

776

6

DTS

527

7

Escalade ESV

517

8

Catera

468

9

STS

430

10

Eldorado

427

11

ATS

384

12

XT5

298

13

XTS

224

14

LYRIQ

162

15

Fleetwood

131

Browse all Cadillac models

All Cadillac models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.

60 SpecialAllanteATSBroughamCateraCommercial ChassisCT4CT5CT6CTSDeVilleDTSEldoradoELREscaladeEscalade ESVEscalade EXTESCALADE IQFleetwoodLYRIQOPTIQSevilleSRXSTSXLRXT4XT5XT6XTS

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2023 CADILLAC CT5

Filed Sep 3, 2026


While driving my 2023 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing in an active traffic lane, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of propulsion. I was unable to maintain movement with traffic, and the vehicle became disabled in the roadway. The failure occurred without sufficient warning for me to safely remove the vehicle from active traffic. This created a serious safety hazard because the sudden loss of propulsion exposed me and other motorists to the risk of a rear-end or other collision. This…

2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Sep 2, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly loss power and was unable to exceed 30 MPH. The engine was knocking prior to the vehicle losing power. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with catastrophic engine failure. The dealer waiting for parts to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Sep 2, 2026


Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am writing to report a serious vehicle safety concern involving my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The vehicle is currently displaying the following warning messages: Service Leveling System Vehicle Too Low, Drive with Caution In addition, the vehicle is visibly sitting lower than normal, indicating a potential suspension system failure. On September 20, 2023, NHTSA announced Recall Campaign Number 23V642000 related to improperly…

2011 CADILLAC DTS

Filed Sep 2, 2026


1 injured
Crash

Airbags did not deploy in a rear end crash. Seat belts may have failed as well. Car is located at an offsite strorage facility for insurance purposes. I suffered head trauma and a concussion. Bruising on my torse from what I believe was from the seatbelt. Car is totaled and no inspection has been done by a service center. Insurance will be doing a valuation of the value only. No warning lights or messges were visible prior to the accident.

2026 CADILLAC ESCALADE

Filed Sep 1, 2026


On August 25, 2026, while driving my 2026 Cadillac Escalade, the vehicle experienced a sudden and catastrophic engine failure. The engine lost power and the vehicle became inoperable while I was on the road. There was no meaningful advance warning that would have allowed me to safely anticipate the failure. The sudden loss of engine power created a serious safety concern because the vehicle could no longer be driven normally or moved under its own power. The vehicle ultimately had to be…

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Sep 1, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while idling, the engine was shaking, the vehicle stalled, and the vehicle lost power. The contact restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with battery failure. The failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was returned to the dealer and was repaired…

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE

Filed Sep 1, 2026


Oil pressure sesnsor warning. The dealership is saying I need a new motor.

2024 CADILLAC LYRIQ

Filed Sep 1, 2026


The vehicle is a Cadillac Lyriq. Following an over the air software update pushed by the manufacturer, the vehicle began displaying a high voltage system error message and lost the ability to DC fast charge. The high voltage components themselves are reported to be functional, the issue appears to be caused entirely by the software update rather than a hardware failure. The vehicle has been at an authorized dealership service center since August 14, 2026, awaiting a resolution. The dealership…

2017 CADILLAC ESCALADE

Filed Aug 31, 2026


I am the owner of a 2017 Cadillac Escalade and am reporting premature and widespread deterioration of the factory exterior paint/clear coat. The condition is present over large areas of the roof and hood and is not limited to normal isolated scratches or rock chips. The finish has developed extensive hazing/cloudiness and a severe pattern of surface deterioration that is particularly visible in direct sunlight. I am concerned this may be related to the known paint/clear-coat problems reported…

2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE

Filed Aug 31, 2026


Currently receiving it's 4th engine (it has shut down on me while driving down the road, twice) onStar module has been replaced, radiator has been replaced (i think twice), sway bar has been replaced, front suspension problems multiple times (i don't remember all of them), coolant leak, for some reason eats up front tires in about 10K miles and nobody can explain why (discount tire says they have never seen anything like it), flashes error codes on me constantly. this has all been going on…

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Updated September 6, 2026. Refreshed nightly.