CADILLAC Complaints

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  • 2013 CADILLAC SRX
    - Franklin, IN

    THE HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM THEY SAY THE WHOLE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY IS BAD THE REFLECTIVE COATING BURNS DUE TO THE TEMP OF THE HAILOGEN HEAD LIGHTS THIS IS A KNOWEN PROBLEM WITH THE CADDY SRX

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2015 CADILLAC CTS
    - Louisville, KY

    The vacuum pump failed and caused catastrophic engine failure. The vacuum pump was constructed with substandard design and the composition of the parts within the vacuum pumps internal components. The vacuum pump is an integral part of the emissions system, the braking system and the engine. This is not an isolated incident as the replacement vacuum pump, even if replaced, will fail again. The pump should have been designed with a shear pin so the engine camshaft would not have been destroyed.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE
    - Granbury, TX

    The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac DeVille. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started overheating. The contact was able to pull over and had the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact was informed of an oil leak. The contact stated that the water pump, thermostat, reserve tank, and the stretch were replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The dealer was contacted and stated that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was transferred to the NHTSA. The failure mileage was 69,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2006 CADILLAC DTS
    - Van Nuys, CA

    The Service Stabilitrak and Service Traction Control error message come on periodically and when on the car seems to run rough. Message shuts off then could hit a bump and comes on again. You never know when it is going to come on and when on it shuts off the traction control and could be dangerous.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2013 CADILLAC ATS
    - Marina Del Rey, CA

    The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic light or while slowing to approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle started shaking and idling roughly. The contact stated that the check engine and driver’s assist warning light were illuminated. The contact stated that the motive power was reduced and the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the power steering failed to function as needed. The contact arrived at her destination and after restarting the vehicle, the power steering functionality returned. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer who diagnosed that the thermostat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2014 CADILLAC SRX
    - Florissant, MO

    Low beam headlights have become exceedingly dim. This car is available for inspection. Poor visibility at night is a safety risk. This problem has not been confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. I am not now driving the car at night. The car has not been inspected by others. I plan on consulting the dealer shortly. No warning messages now or prior to noticing the problem. First noticed in late June, 2022.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2022 CADILLAC XT5
    - McHenry, IL

    The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with the auto seat belt tightening feature. The contact stated that the feature tightened the seat belt to secure the occupant; however, the passenger’s side seat belt continued to tighten while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that his wife tucked her arms in between the lap belt and the seat belt tension was released. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where he was informed that there was no fault with the feature and that the feature operated as needed. The contact was also informed that the feature could not be turned off. The manufacturer had been notified of the issue but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 41.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2014 CADILLAC XTS
    - Gulf Breeze, FL

    The Cue screen in my car is cracking for the 2nd time. I have contacted GM/Cadillac without a resolution. I see online that there have been two class action suits due to the fact the Company was/is aware of the flaw and have not issued a recall. In addition, they are replacing the Cue screen (at owner's expense) with the same flawed design. Thus subsequent issues.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2019 CADILLAC CTS
    - Bloomingdale, IL

    The vehicle hard shifts in low gear and at low speeds. The hard shifting makes the car hard to handle in slow speed situations such as parking lots. Because the car lurches forward unexpectedly, it poses a safety concern toward nearby pedestrians.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2003 CADILLAC CTS
    - Houston, TX

    The contact owns a 2003 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds the vehicle would suddenly stalled and the instrument panel would illuminate. The message stating "starting disabled remove key" would display. The contact stated that they would be able to coast and restart the vehicle. Other times the contact would have to pull over to the side of the road and restart the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE