Cadillac DTS Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Cadillac DTS — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011Best | Excellent | 1 | 9 | 3 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2010 | Excellent | 2 | 12 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2009 | Good | — | 28 | 1 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2008 | Good | 1 | 58 | 5 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2007 | Caution | 1 | 64 | 6 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2006Worst | Avoid | 1 | 178 | 12 | 13 | — | Exterior Lighting | Full report → |
6 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Cadillac DTS Problems
Based on 349 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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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 — 178 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2006 report for specific defects.
Is the Cadillac DTS reliable?
The Cadillac DTS has accumulated 349 owner-filed complaints and 6 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2011 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used DTS.
What are the most common DTS problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (79 reports), Exterior Lighting (57 reports), Engine (42 reports), Steering (24 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my DTS has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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