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Cadillac CTS
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
2,236
Active records
Recalls
29
Active records
TSBs
3,667
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
188
Fires
35
Top reported issues — Cadillac CTS
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Operating state
Condition issue
Reporting mechanism
Safety restraint issue
Noise
Braking behavior
Fluid issue
Engine behavior
Vibration/harshness
Driver assistance issue
Performance issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Steering behavior
Access/entry issue
Thermal issue
Lighting behavior
Electrical issue
Starting behavior
Infotainment behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Smell
Powering on/off behavior
Recent change
HVAC behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2007 CADILLAC CTS
Filed May 12, 2026
Vehicle primarily failed while parked at owner residence [XXX] and remained inoperable for approximately three weeks prior to tow to Cadillac dealership. The ignition key became trapped and could not be removed. A manual override release beneath the driver-side steering column was required to free the key — confirming the lock was held electronically, not mechanically jammed. Fault confirmed by authorized Cadillac dealer: intermittent electrical fault within the shifter assembly lock…
2014 CADILLAC CTS
Filed May 3, 2026
On April 30,2026 I was pulling into a parking space and the gear shifter wouldn't go in to park with my foot the brake and the gear shifter wouldn't go in to park with my foot the brake and the gear shifter wouldn't go in to park . The tow truck driver who finally responded was able to lift the rear of the car up to see what was wrong with my car and I was placing it in the back of the he determined the cable for thre gear shifter was broken.
2006 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Apr 4, 2026
The air bad light on passenger side and on the review mirror it passenger airbag bag off that a safety issue it won’t work if in a accident need to be recalled
2014 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Feb 7, 2026
My 2014 Cadillac CTS has been making what sounded like road noise. After another person road in my car that was not in it daily like I was, they told me how loud it really was. After further investigation, my rear differential has gone out at only 80,000 miles. It’s impossible to drive due to the extreme safety concerns for not only myself but other drivers on the turnpikes and highways.
2018 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Jan 27, 2026
THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS. It does not happen with any regularity and with no advance warning. It may be electronic or mechanical or both.
2012 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Jan 14, 2026
Front subframe crack around lower control arm bushing area. Common problem that’s going to end up killing someone when it completely separates
2014 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Jan 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac CTS. The contact was informed of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V038000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer informed the contact that the recall remedy could not be performed because the transmission and axle had failed and required repair and replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.
2018 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Dec 23, 2025
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? From 2018. The uauto start/stop system has failed 3 times. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? These components failing subjects the driver and surroundings to a stalled car that may not start again. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance…
2017 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Dec 20, 2025
The airbag warning light appeared 45 days ago. I immediately took my 2017 Cadillac to the dealer (Sewell Cadillac of Houston). The vehicle is covered under a Sewell Extended warranty until 2028. The dealer performed troubleshooting and determined that the passenger seat sensors/module (part # 84567224 ) was defective. The Inspector for the Sewell Extended warranty confirmed that the replacement was covered by the warranty. The dealer advised after 30 days (completing other services-…
2016 CADILLAC CTS
Filed Dec 8, 2025
The contact owns 2016 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V175000 (STEERING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the…