Cadillac DTS Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Cadillac DTS — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011Best | 2 | 14 | 5 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2010 | 3 | 22 | 5 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2009 | 2 | 35 | 3 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2008 | 3 | 86 | 7 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2007 | 3 | 97 | 6 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2006Worst | 4 | 254 | 16 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Full report → |
Most Common DTS Problems
Based on 508 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
DTS Years to Avoid
Best DTS Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Cadillac DTS Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Cadillac DTS Reliability
What year DTS has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 Cadillac DTS had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 254 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2006 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Cadillac DTS reliable?
The Cadillac DTS has accumulated 508 owner-filed complaints and 17 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2011 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used DTS.
What are the most common DTS problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Cadillac DTS across recent model years are: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (88 reports), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (69 reports), ENGINE (55 reports), STEERING (27 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my DTS has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Cadillac DTS using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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