Is the Cadillac CTS Reliable?
2003–2019 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Cadillac CTS Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 13 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 2 | 21 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2015 | 3 | 28 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 6 | 105 | 8 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2013 | 2 | 52 | 10 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 2 | 36 | 5 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2011 | 1 | 95 | 4 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 3 | 50 | 2 | — | 83 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the CTS Compares to Similar Vehicles
The CTS scores 15 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Known Cadillac CTS Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 413 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cadillac CTS reliable?+
The Cadillac CTS scores 85/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 21 recall campaigns and 413 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year CTS is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2019 CTS achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 0 recalls and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a CTS last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Cadillac CTS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used CTS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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