2005 Cadillac CTS Problems and Repair Histories
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Cadillac CTS Reliability through March 31, 2013
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New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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| 2005 | Cadillac CTS | 15 CTSs, 9.8 months of data per CTS, average 80700 miles Small sample size. Join or 15 CTSs, 9.8 months of data per CTS, average 80700 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2005 Cadillac CTS
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| Cadillac CTS in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 93000 | 0 | unknown whirring noise, usually when feathering the accelerator and car in 20 mph range, and 40mph range. Dealer could not hear the noise, and therefore did nothing to fix - for the 5th time over 2 year period. |
| Cadillac CTS in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 67000 | 300 | Rear end was making bad noise when turning, they said the rear end clutches were not holding and there was no warrenty left. They flushed and put new fluid and additive costing 300.00 and it did not help. |
| Cadillac CTS in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 17000 | 0 | Clutch pedal return spring broke. Needed to replace clutch pedal assembly. Driver's seat motor shorted out, stuck in the all the way back position. Motor replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
400-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 0 | Warranty repair of right rear sail (c-pillar) panel since a little loose. | |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | replaced burst motor mount | |
| Nov | 2008 | 55000 | 0 | Sunroof not functioning since uninstalled from CPU. Coolant low second time in 2 months. Was topped off orig by dealer, I suggested this time they check for a leak due to frequency of low coolant warning. They found crack in radiator and replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 54500 | 25 | Check engine light came on. Code read large leak in fuel vapor return system. Usually means bad gas cap. Replace cap with genuine GM part. Fixed. |
| May | 2012 | 55700 | 816 | Right front strut developed rubber to metal noise when warm. Part still worked but noise embarrassing. Dealer was going to put 1 strut on with me paying. Thought they should be put on in pairs as the new struts came with new springs. |
| May | 2013 | 58000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 56000 | 100 | Radiator leak and repair. Front end whining, possibly power steering pump. Not repaired. Replaced 1 motor mount. This has been a recurring problem and have now had 5 mounts replaced in 3.5 years. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 38000 | 100 | Brake line, excellent service, excellent tech, Vera Cadillac in Pembroke Pines, FL is the best!!! |
| Jan | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 32860 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 52080 | 400 | Broken spring valve |
| Oct | 2009 | 52080 | 3000 | Oil pump failed. |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 74000 | 2500 | Rear end in this car started making noise below 45 mph and turns out the pinion gear and driveshaft were bad. Pretty poor for a car rear end to die so quickly. Dealer was no help and went to a private shop but got stuck using all Cady parts instead rebui |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 94000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 95000 | 0 | Intermittent problem with throttle position vs. accelerator pedal position, sending engine into reduced power mode. Multiple components replaced without success. Returned car to me with ticket still open. Awaiting additional parts. |
| Jul | 2010 | 95000 | 0 | Car became undrivable with constant CEL and reduced power mode. After several parts were replaced without solving the problem, extensive rewiring of the throttle position control system wiring harness resolved the issue. |
| Aug | 2010 | 97000 | 600 | Both engine mounts had leaked fluid. One was in two pieces with only the safety interlock holding them together. GM data indicates that the other failed unit had been replaced once before. Replaced both mounts with aftermarket units. |
| Mar | 2011 | 103000 | 300 | Slight play in steering response noticed. Replaced outer tie-rod ends in steering. Solved problem. |
| Mar | 2013 | 126000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 33000 | 0 | Replaced entire differential carrier assembly because original was whining. |
| Aug | 2008 | 35000 | 0 | Air Conditioner condensation drain hose was clogged, causing water to drip onto floor in front passenger side of vehicle. Put car on lift and cleaned clogged hose. No charge. |
| Sep | 2010 | 48000 | 221 | Engine oil pressure sender needed replacement. Front rubber spoiler was refastened with new fasteners. |
| Sep | 2011 | 51000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 23000 | 0 | four new wheels, steering pump whine, bad navigation unit, pealing paint on radio, drivetrain slop, rattle in exhaust, fautly center consel...that's all! |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 11000 | 0 | Intermittent Nav and satellite radio no function. |
| Dec | 2007 | 12000 | 0 | Followup visit to have the XM mudule and Nav/Audio head replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 0 | Rear differential replaced | |
| Oct | 2006 | 3200 | Rear differential and both halfshafts replaced | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 49300 | 140 | Pinion seal had slight leak. It was like that for over one year, and I finally found time to take it in. |
| Mar | 2013 | 66000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 26000 | 0 | Replace radiator also known TSB, but was noticed by owner first. Reported wheel hop issue to dealer, dealer ordered parts. |
| Apr | 2008 | 27000 | 0 | Installed rear end bushings. Car still has clunk in rear end during on / off throttle situations, dealer ordered rear bushings to be replaced. Replaced horn. |
| Jun | 2008 | 28000 | 0 | Replaced upper differential bushing; still clunking noise when shifting. Vehicle has major engine vibration on shutdown. Dealer refused to replace motor mounts because I am not the original owner of the vehicle and therefore they cannot prove how the vehicle was maintained prior to my ownership! |
| Sep | 2008 | 30000 | 120 | Replaced rear brake rotors, rotors were cracked in 3-4 places. |
| Apr | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 31000 | 600 | Oil temperature sensor wiring. |
| Mar | 2010 | 46000 | 0 | Rear-end Pinon Seal replaced Rear-end Axle Seals replaced Replaced Power Steering Pump replaced rear sway bar |
| Sep | 2011 | 57000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Rear differential drained and fuild. | |
| Mar | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Leaking rear differential seal. |
| Dec | 2008 | 33000 | 200 | Front suspension noise when cold going over bumps. They replaced the bushings. Two days later, sound is back. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 5200 | Timing chain jumped because of faulty timing chain stretch causing severe cylinder head damage. Replaced entire valve train and cat convertor. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 49000 | 0 | excess oil consumption |
| Jan | 2011 | 51000 | 0 | excessive oil consumption. Was burning one qt every 800miles. I traded the car. |
| Cadillac CTS in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 104000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 105000 | 680 | Leaking transmission fluid. |
| Oct | 2009 | 106000 | 1600 | Sensor to regulate fuel & air mixture malfunctioning. Assembly to hold spark plugs in place needed replacing. |
| Apr | 2010 | 109000 | 200 | Rear interior panel fell off and needed replacing. Front struts at end of life |
| Jul | 2010 | 112000 | 1400 | Hoses broke causing the engine to overheat. |
| May | 2011 | 119500 | 900 | Shifter was slowly moving to the side, making it almost impossible to shift into reverse. Replacement with new shifter resolved the issue. |
| Mar | 2013 | 134000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 111000 | 6000 | No warning Engine locked up ..timing chains failed scattered metal debris throughout oil ruined bearings |
| Cadillac CTS in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 83080 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 858 | Left rear Wheel Hub. (bearing was torn) | |
| Mar | 2009 | 45 | sunroof switch | |
| Apr | 2009 | 670 | transmission line blew! | |
| Jun | 2009 | 158 | Diagnose transmission problem | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 110000 | 300 | transmission grinded due to the lack of care |
| Cadillac CTS in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 105000 | 1400 | Muffler Assembly worn out. |
| Cadillac CTS in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 38000 | 0 | Low coolant warning. Many tests were run without any conclusions. Coolant was topped off. Also, rear diff whine fixed with rearend rebuild due to needing new bearings. Third fix was trunk struts were replaced due to poor performance. |
| Jul | 2008 | 46000 | 0 | Oil consumption, they 'soaked' the cylinders with a cleanser to remove carbon from the engine and changed the oil as part of the procedure. |
| Nov | 2008 | 51000 | 0 | Piston rings, valve seals, and all engine gaskets replaced due to oil consumption issue. Now after 1500 miles there is no oil loss. |
| Jul | 2009 | 60000 | 0 | Rear passenger sail panel fell off. Panel broke due to having windows open on the freeway. Stereo would forget it was on a preset radio station and only manual tuning would remind it where it was. Radio replaced. Cadillac logo fell off of wheel center cap. Center cap replaced. Cruise control will randomly turn off when pressing the coast button, this is much more common in cold weather. Mechanic couldn't replicate the problem so nothing was done. |
| Dec | 2010 | 78000 | 0 | Oil pressure sensor short circuit. Sensor replaced. |
| Mar | 2011 | 81000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 19000 | 0 | Car's information center would randomly/intermittently lose various setting's and power windows became inoperative. Problem diagnosed as a shorted drivers window switch control cluster. Cluster replaced, no problems since. |
| Jan | 2008 | 29000 | 0 | Left rear window track/guide broke, window would roll up and stay up. |
| Sep | 2008 | 38000 | 0 | Right rear window track/guide broke, window would not roll up and stay up. Successful repair. Drivers power seat binding when moved. Successful repair. Right front turn signal not working. Sucessful repair. |
| Mar | 2009 | 46000 | 0 | Had oil leak at front engine seal. Had fluid leak from rear axle housing. Fog light relay sticking. Fog lights would not extingush when turned off. |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 0 | Broken 3rd brake LED light, repaired under warrenty. | |
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | rear sill panels fell off. Took in for warranty work. Had to come back in a few days since parts were on order. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Kuwait | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 21080 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2007 | 25420 | 0 | Banging noise from under steering wheel on uneven roads. Fixed. Multiple squeaks and rattles, not fixed. Some times, while driving my RPM fluctuates when my foot in off the gas (goes up and down by itself). I didn't see this happening after I got my car back. When my gear shifts while driving I can feel a Hit between shifts they told me they changed some part from the rear area that causes this. It was gone for couple of weeks after I pickup my car but now it's back again. When folding my side mirrors I hear a noise (my side mirror is folded electrically not manual)… they changed them both with new ones... When cold I can feel my engine shake and it goes away when the engine is warm. They told me that it's normal since my car now considered OLD. I told them to check my brakes since it started to get kind of mushy and due to the fact I had mine replaced at 20,000KM and know it's 40,000 (common sense it's time to be replaced) and they replaced them… The handling is not firm as before and I can feel some gap when steering… they didn't find any thing and I'm still having the problem.. I hear whine noise coming from the rear area as if someone is blowing on an empty bottle specially if my rpm @2000 and I'm going 40KM, I can hear it well at night… they didn't fix this and I'm still having the problem.. I noticed my engine cover is scratched on the top front and that indicated that it's touching the hood inner bedding.. They will order a new hood bedding since they're out of stock . Squeaking noise coming from my front doors while driving and it turned out it's coming from my door strikes and since they were out of stock they had to order them and sine I didn't have the time to come back again I had to wait till the next service (40K When riding a big road bump I hear squeaking / scratching sound coming from my front shocks, they said they had the shock replaced on the 20,000KM so it's not possible they're damaged this fast. I'm still having this problem.. |
| Feb | 2008 | 31000 | 0 | During Sep 2007 I suffered from "Banging noise from under steering wheel on uneven roads" and it was fixed, but then I started to experience a squeaking sound instead the banging. It turned out the previous fix was not done properly and some parts under . The same problem I had in Sep 2007 "I noticed my engine cover is scratched on the top front and that indicated that it's touching the hood inner bedding. They will order a new hood bedding since they're out of stock" until now they didn’t get the part. In the early morning when cold I can hear a scratching noise coming from my front suspension when I go over a speed bump. "Squeaking noise coming from my front doors while driving and it turned out it's coming from my door strikes" part was orderd and replaced. The same problem i had in Sep 2007: "The handling is not firm as before and I can feel some gap when steering… they didn't find any thing and I'm still having the problem..." |
| Mar | 2008 | 31000 | 0 | Dealer called me to notify me that the part I was waiting for since Sep 07 has arrived, but while the car in the shop they told me that the part they've got was defected so they need to backorder the part …. |
| May | 2008 | 32860 | 0 | Finally the engine cover bedding I was waiting for since Sep07 has been installed. On uneven roads my brake paddle makes noise. They tighten the clippers, brake paddle, and changes a plastic button behind the paddle. Now it's 60% better. 65% of the time my left HID low beam light Vibrates. It's notable at night and if I'm behind another vehicle at traffic light. I mentioned this problem at least 3 times now but all they did is tighten the bulb. The problem is still there. The rear view mirror vibrates while driving and it gets worse if I'm listening to music. They ordered a replacement part. |
| Jun | 2008 | 34100 | 50 | Finally figured out the problem with the HID vibration, the left side bumper was loss and almost going to fall a part. The plastic clips that hold the bumper in place was broken. They replaced 10 clips. Can't notice any vibration since. Clicking/rattling sound from the engine area (I think), when RPM ~2000 & speed ~30 miles. Sound volume ascends with gas & suddenly disappears when shifts gear. Don't hear it on N or P just on Drive. Not the whining that comes from the differential. Some times after I come back to my car and open the door I can clearly smell the cooling liquid coming from the inside of my car. It turns out water pump is leaking and was replaced under warranty. |
| Jul | 2008 | 34100 | 0 | The "Dynamo" the part which generates electricity went bad and it had to be replaced. |
| Oct | 2008 | 37200 | 0 | My front HIDs, interior lights, A/C LCD flicker. It almost goes away when I press on the gas paddle. They updated the car software system and it's ok now. My RPM fluctuate on idle. They acknowledge the problem but they don’t know how to fix it. They informed GM-USA since many customers complained about this problem. The back of the driver seat is loose. They order the part. I brought my car for the regular maintenance and they informed me that my RR axle is damaged and have been replaced under warranty |
| Nov | 2008 | 37820 | 0 | The part that was ordered for the back seat has arrived and installed. The rear view mirror part has arrived and was installed. |
| Jun | 2009 | 45880 | 0 | The dealer called to inform me that the drive shaft that been previously ordered has arrived and need to be installed. They installed it. |
| Sep | 2009 | 47740 | 105 | RL window motor was replaced due to the window going down and wouldn't roll up. |
| Aug | 2010 | 53940 | 100 | The steering wheel felt off balance so I took it to the shop where they did the alignment plus changed the rubber on the tie rods. |
| May | 2011 | 56420 | 3000 | L&R front absorber replaced, Lower arms replaced, and bushes Engine mount replaced. transmission mount replaced. Differential gasket replaced. |
| May | 2012 | 66940 | 1725 | L&R front shock absorber replaced, upper arms replaced, and bushes the coil of cylinder 1 & 5 went bad and the car start to shake at stop |
| Apr | 2013 | 71920 | 1050 | Engine light blinking & car start jerking on stop. Replaced coil #2,4,6. ECM model, and fuel injector #6 |
| Cadillac CTS in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 53700 | 0 | excessive oil consumption. 3rd time in shop as getting worse. Running oil consumption test. |
| Apr | 2010 | 56000 | 0 | Oil consumption now at 2 quarts in 1500 miles. Dealer giving run around. Says Cadillac are known for oil consumption. What a bunch of BS. Still doing oil consumption test. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | Stress crack in windshield-replaced under warranty Sunoof control knob had peeled-replaced under warranty |
| Mar | 2013 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 141000 | 0 | Rear passenger window mechanism broke. Replaced it myself. Also, instrument cluster died. Repaired and replaced it myself. Can't afford Cadillac repair costs. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 64000 | 100 | ABS, Traction Control sensor went bad. Front hub had to be replaced. Also replaced deck lid struts. All repairs covered under warranty minus $100.00 deductible. |
| Mar | 2013 | 91000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 65000 | 0 | Clunking noise coming from rear end when shifting from park to reverse or from reverse to drive. Replaced drive shaft, problem still there. Replaced both right and left rear upper control arms with bushing attached as one part. With the car elevated and brakes applied while raising the RPM's the rear wheels were jumping when put in reverse or drive. Clunking noise remained. Replaced differential carrier assembly. $1.525.63 Clunking noise is still heard in the rear end when shifting from reverse to drive or park to reverse. Clunking noise remains unresolved. |
| Mar | 2011 | 67000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Cadillac CTS in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 49000 | 0 | Rattle in sunroof/shade |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 20000 | 0 | Replaced Rear Sagging Air Bag Trim Covers. Replaced Stick Shift Peeling Trim Cover Plate. Replaced Stiff Trunk Struts. Replaced Broken Rear Bumper Clips. Refinished Driver's Seat Cracked Bottom Leather-Left Side. |
| Sep | 2009 | 21000 | 0 | "Pre-Owned CTS developed rear end noise when turning hard RL in FR. Dealer added new diff. lube + additive, worked for 2 months...then noise came back. Dealer replaced grinding Slip Clutches on both sides, now Very Quiet in Any hard turning! |
| Mar | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Service StabilitySteeringBrake Warning appeared on DIC. Dealer replaced malfunctioning computer and had to reprogram performance parameters. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 30700 | 0 | Day before 4 yrs. of OEM Cadillac warranty expiration (7-8-05), brought CTS in for defective leather drivers side seat assembly-Both bottom and back panels. Protective finish had worn off and material was absorbing any dies from clothing. |
| Sep | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | Drivers' leather seat turning "blue". Warranty replacement of both bottom and back leather covers! |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 58900 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 60140 | 140 | Worn lower tie rod end on driver's side front wheel. Nothing dramatic. Was left over from the previous owner's neglect. |
| Jun | 2011 | 71920 | 30 | One of the rear brake caliper slide pins was seized. Removed it, cleaned it, greased it, reinstalled. |
| Mar | 2013 | 100440 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | Radio failed, no radio, no onStar, unable to shut it off or change display. Radio replaced at dealership under warranty | |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Radio failed again on trip. No radio, onStar, or ability to change display. Radio replaced again under warranty at dealer. | |
| Oct | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 106000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 110700 | 2200 | Torque converter, reseal transmission, drive shaft. |
| Dec | 2012 | 118000 | 470 | The headlight went out. Cadillac during these years anyway send their customers onto huge repair jobs for the most minor of repairs. Any other car I would of bought a headlight and installed it. |
2005 Cadillac CTS 4-door
8-cylinder manual 2WD
| Cadillac in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 26000 | 0 | Coolant leak, repaired and returned within hours. |
| Oct | 2007 | 37000 | 0 | Paint chipping off navigation system buttons. Replacment Nav system does not work right, dealer ordered new software. Trunk would not lock. |
| Apr | 2008 | 40000 | 0 | New Headlamps, lenses were failing. Power steering hose leak, new hose. Rattle in center console. South Coast Cadillac (formerly Nabors Cadillac) did a great job as usual. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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