Is the Cadillac DTS Reliable?
2006–2011 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Cadillac DTS Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 | 14 | 74 | Good |
| 2010 | 3 | 22 | 61 | Fair |
| 2009 | 2 | 35 | 59 | Fair |
| 2008 | 3 | 86 | 52 | Fair |
| 2007 | 3 | 97 | 52 | Fair |
| 2006 | 4 | 254 | 42 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the DTS Compares to Similar Vehicles
The DTS scores 13 points below the average luxury. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Cadillac DTS Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 508 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cadillac DTS reliable?+
The Cadillac DTS scores 57/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 17 recall campaigns and 508 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year DTS is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2011 DTS achieved the highest reliability score of 74/100 with 2 recalls and 14 complaints.
How many miles does a DTS last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Cadillac DTS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used DTS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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