Cadillac CT5 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Cadillac CT5 model year (2020–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Cadillac CT5 Years to Avoid
3 recalls · 28 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 37
2 recalls · 18 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 26
0 recalls · 8 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 8
Best Cadillac CT5 Years to Buy
0 recalls · 6 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 6
1 recall · 3 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 6
1 recall · 4 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 7
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Cadillac CT5 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 6 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 6 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 8 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 7 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 18 | 1 | — | 26 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 3 | 28 | — | — | 37 | Avoid |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Cadillac CT5 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent CT5 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 6 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year CT5 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Cadillac CT5 if possible. It has 3 recalls, 28 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 37 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year CT5 to buy?+
The 2025 Cadillac CT5 is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 6. It has only 0 recalls and 6 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which CT5 has the fewest problems?+
The 2025, 2026, 2022 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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