VIN REPORT

1G6DN5RKXS01169012025 CADILLAC CT5Premium Luxury

6of 100
Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
Clear
No open recalls
Safety Grade
C
75/100 composite
Complaints
7
NHTSA filed
Vehicle Age
1 yr
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2025 CADILLAC CT5 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 7 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure...

26 MPG
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2025 CADILLAC CT5

2025 CADILLAC CT5 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 7 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.

  • Complaint rate is accelerating — issues appear to be getting worse, not better
6
of 100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
1 Contributing Risk Factor
Accelerating complaint trend — problems increasing over time
+6
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
CADILLAC
Model
CT5
Year
2025
Trim / Series
Premium Luxury
Body Style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Drive Type
RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
4-cyl 2L
Doors
4
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Assembly
LANSING, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

GM Lansing Delta Township Assembly

BQuality64/100
Standard📍 LANSING, MICHIGAN

Produces Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia. Average recall rates.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

C
Score: 75/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety30/30
Complaint History25/30
0/100Clear

✓ No high-risk recall components found

90/100
Comprehensive
18 of 20 safety features detected

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision WarningStandard
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard
Pedestrian AEBStandard
Rear AEBStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Lane Keep AssistStandard
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot MonitoringStandard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert~Optional
Adaptive Cruise ControlStandard
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High BeamStandard
Parking AssistStandard
Backup CameraStandard
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data RecorderStandard
Crash NotificationStandard
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard
Keyless IgnitionStandard
Recalls

NHTSA Safety Recalls

CLEAR
0found
No Recall Campaigns Found
NHTSA has no active or historical recalls for this 2025 CADILLAC.
Complaints7

Complaint Intelligence

7 complaints analyzed across 5 system categories

Engine/Powertrain
2
Other
2
Brakes
1
Visibility
1
Electrical
1
2024
3
2025
3
2026
1
Accelerating +100%
7
Last 24 months
0
Prior 24 months

⚠ Complaint rate is accelerating — issue may be getting worse

Owner Complaints

HIGH VOLUME

7 safety complaints filed with NHTSA

7found
ODI #11713127SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

I put up a rubber stop to test the emergency stop feature the car is equipped with. With car moving either forward in drive or backwards in reverse the car would not automatically stop before hitting this two foot high aid. A warning vibration is felt just before the car struck the device but the way I understand it in the owners manual the car should come to a complete emergency stop. This could endanger anyone or anything that the driver did not see while moving the car, i.e., a child on a tricycle for example.

ODI #11697126ENGINE

Rough idle, reduced acceleration, engine failure requires engine/motor to be replaced. Only 4300 miles on car. Purchase date 6/21/2025. Failure10/25/2025.

ODI #11690654VISIBILITY/WIPER

I went to test drive this car on Saturday 9/27, and noticed that the rear view mirror--the actual mirror, not the video screen inside it--was vibrating/shaking immensely as I drove it. I told them I'd buy the car, but they have to fix the mirror. Tuesday 9/30 I bought the car, with the assurance that the mirror had been fixed. Apparently there's a screw that was loose. Upon leaving the dealership, I discovered that the shaking/vibrating hadn't gone away--it was merely diminished. I took the car back. We discovered another identical model and year of the car on the lot, and it exhibited the exact same problems. Initially the same screw was loose, but after fixing it that mirror also gave the same shaking/vibrating. We determined that this looks like an overall problem with this model and year, at the least, and the dealership didn't know what to do. I declined the car. This is a serious issue with rear visibility. The rear view mirror is almost unusable, and it's almost illness-inducing to see in action.

ODI #11640259ENGINE

I just bought a new car 5 days ago, and after running 378 miles, it started to pull the cylinder. The after-sales service is still delaying the time. I don't know what to do, and Cadillac still doesn't give me a mobility scooter.

ODI #11621061ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

This new 2025 Cadillac CT5 displays incorrect posted speed limits on Rte. 114 Flanders Rd, Gulf Rd, Bear hill Rd , .Ryan Rd, in Henniker NH. speed of 55mph which is incorrect to legal posted speed limits being much slower. This vehicle also shows roads that have no posted speed limit sign of 55 mph, which should be for safety reason(--) Can we have these roads updated to display the correct posted speed limits from the third party supplier /google.

ODI #11614372UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Vehicle reads 55 mph on all non posted speed limit roads instead just dashes. Defiantly a safety issue...

ODI #11614207UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This vehicle VIN has a feature called Traffic Sign Assistant, which will provide a readout of the legal posted speed limit for the road being traveled. That information is being provided by a third party source being google maps, the internet is showing increased concerns of this such as below links demonstrate from other consumer drivers using google maps displaying incorrect speed limits on highways or back roads with no resolution. [XXX] [XXX] We also tested another vehicle in a known problem area which is near [XXX] [XXX] in Nashua NH ,the legal posted speed is 55mph and google maps displays 65 mph while waze app displays correct legal speed of 55mph. We drove with the flow of traffic, seeing other people using phones and mapping on this route. Customer states ,Back roads in town of Henniker NH with posted speeds of 25-35 mph on [XXX] or [XXX] or [XXX] near [XXX] in Concord NH display in the car of 55mph. This is an Unsafe condition as watching the flow of traffic in Nashua NH moves at 70 MPH or more since google mapping is saying 65mph with posted legal speed of 55 mph confirmed 55 speed limit is correct from troop G NHSP [XXX] Department of Safety. If google mapping cant display a correct legal speed limit on a highway or back road, they should display either (--) or nothing at all in vehicles , especially if the vehicle has any type of auto speed control being controlled from this source. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Complaint & Reliability Timeline

Annual complaints (blue) vs. composite reliability score (amber) — recall years marked in red

Annual complaints and reliability score for CADILLAC CT5 — recall years marked in red
023050100202420252026Complaints/yrReliability (0–100)
Annual complaints (left axis)
Reliability score 0–100 (right axis, higher = safer)
Crash-involved complaints that year
Chart Analysis

The blue line shows 7 NHTSA complaints on file for the CADILLAC CT5 — a relatively low volume that spans from 2024 to 2026.

The amber reliability line shows an improving trend — scores have risen from the earlier years toward 88/100 more recently, suggesting the most serious issues are older and may have been addressed through repairs or recalls.

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Ownership Cost Estimate

Based on EPA fuel data, standard depreciation, and US average insurance/maintenance costs

$2,950
Annual Fuel
EPA estimate
$1,800
Annual Insurance
US average
$900
Annual Maintenance
1-yr-old vehicle avg
$0
Annual Depreciation
Current period
Estimated 5-Year Total Cost
Fuel + Insurance + Maintenance + Depreciation
$28,250

Estimates use EPA fuel economy data, AAA 2024 national averages for insurance and maintenance, and a standard depreciation curve. Actual costs vary by location, driving habits, and vehicle condition.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$36,094
~$602/mo over 5 yrs
$3/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$14,750
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$4,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$8,344

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $36,094 (~$602/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2025 CADILLAC CT5 — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: ENGINE
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: VISIBILITY/WIPER
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

20%
18-month
36%
2-year
Moderate Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 36%

20% estimated recall probability — some indicators present but not alarming.

  • Accelerating complaint rate — increasing pressure on NHTSA to act

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$3,150–$4,010/yr
~$263–$334/mo
Liability Only
$650–$820/yr
~$54–$68/mo
Category: Luxury Full-Size
New / recent model year: +15% (high replacement cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

State-Specific Legal Protections

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN1G6DN5RKXS0116901
Model Year2025
MakeCADILLAC
ModelCT5
TrimPremium Luxury
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSedan/Saloon
Doors4
Drive TypeRWD/Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2

Manufacturer

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS LLC
Assembly CityLANSING
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1G6
Check Digit (Char 9)X
Model Year Code (Char 10)S
Plant Code (Char 11)0
Sequence (Chars 12–17)116901

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count0
NHTSA Complaint Count7

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

1
1
G
2
6
3
D
4
N
5
5
6
R
7
K
8
X
9
S
10
0
11
1
12
1
13
6
14
9
15
0
16
1
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
G
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
6
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
DN5RK
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
X
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
S
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
0
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
116901
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"S" → 2025
Could also be 1995
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 6/10/2026, 7:31:41 PM.