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Cadillac CTS

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

2,254

Active records

Recalls

29

Active records

TSBs

3,688

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

7

Injuries

154

Crashes

190

Fires

35

Top reported issues — Cadillac CTS

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Operating state

662

Condition issue

631

Reporting mechanism

520

Safety restraint issue

431

Noise

350

Fluid issue

242

Braking behavior

241

Engine behavior

216

Driver assistance issue

153

Vibration/harshness

150

Performance issue

124

Safety restraint behavior

114

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

112

Steering behavior

105

Access/entry issue

102

Thermal issue

87

Lighting behavior

76

Electrical issue

70

Starting behavior

62

Infotainment behavior

61

Ride/handling behavior

48

Smell

44

Powering on/off behavior

38

Recent change

26

HVAC behavior

15

Wiper/washer behavior

13

Communication/network issue

6

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2015 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Oct 20, 2026


Component Affected: SERVICE BRAKES Description of Safety Defect & Incidents: Experienced a recurring, systemic mechanical failure within its camshaft-driven brake vacuum assist system, creating an imminent crash hazard on public roadways. On two separate occasions while traveling at operational roadway speeds trying to slow down for an interchange, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of power brake assistance. The brake pedal instantly became completely rigid, hard pedal, requiring…

2015 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Oct 6, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving, the air bag warning light and the check engine warning light illuminated, and the message Service Vehicle Soon was displayed. Additionally, the rear end of the vehicle made an abnormal roaring sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a multi-point inspection was performed. The dealer replaced the purge valve due to a leak, an oil change was performed, and the check engine warning light was reset. The vehicle…

2013 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Sep 16, 2026


I went to get my car checked at the mechanic because the suspension was making noise. I thought it was the struts which I coudnt change because Cadillac does not make the parts any longer. They found my frame is actually cracked and are charging $3k to fix! They told me to not drive it, imagine how scary it would be if it complete cracks while driving! This is a huge safety concern and upon investigating it looks like I’m not the only one having the same issue, this needs to be recalled

2015 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Aug 28, 2026


Dash board message power steering service message hard to steer traction assist light is on.

2014 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Aug 19, 2026


The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that the rear axle, rear differential, and another undisclosed warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V038000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

2014 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Aug 17, 2026


The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message Caution - Pull Over Immediately - Turn off Engine and Wait to Restart Vehicle was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and followed the instructions, and the vehicle returned to normal operation. The contact could not pull over in time, and the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure…

2017 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Aug 13, 2026


The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The service power steering message was displayed. The failure had occurred while the contact was in the middle of traffic. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an…

2014 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Jun 4, 2026


I have taken my vehicle or rather had my vehicle towed back to my dealership on three different occasions for repair of a Shift Cable Replacement I can have a very bad accident in my vehicle or lose my life or injure someone else the first time I didn't understand why my vehicle shutdown while I was driving on a very busy highway I was very upset, and I had to pray that none ran into me Lucky for me my AAA service reached me at my location and towed my vehicle to the dealership where they kept…

2008 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Jun 4, 2026


Me and my husband were visiting my brother in Vienna, Maryland and we were packing up to leave to go visit my mom and the surrounding area where we live and then go home. After my husband got everything in the car as well as the kids and my dog we were both getting in the car he had gotten in prior to me and shut the door and all of the SRS airbags went off while the car was in park. There were no warning messages on the dashboard. There is no damage to the outside of the car. I had put my…

2006 CADILLAC CTS

Filed Jun 1, 2026


Engine burns 1quart of oil, 100 miles. Brakes went to floor, brake lines had holes at 69,000 miles. Driver rear axel leaks. 2006 Cadillac CTS is a lemon!! Money Pit !!!

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.