2017 Cadillac Ct6 problems
The Cadillac CT6 (short for Cadillac Touring 6) is a full-size luxury car manufactured by Cadillac between 2016 and 2020 over two generations. The first generation CT6 was introduced at the 2015 New York International Auto Show and went on sale in the U.S. in March 2016. It is the first car to adopt the brand's revised naming strategy, as well as the first rear-wheel drive full-size Cadillac sedan since the Fleetwood was discontinued in 1996.
In 2020, the CT6 was discontinued in the United States, to be replaced by the forthcoming Cadillac Celestiq liftback sedan.
First generation (2016)
The first-generation CT6 is built on a different platform than the smaller CTS and is engineered as a rear-wheel drive vehicle with optional all-wheel drive. In addition to its primary markets of North America and China, the CT6 was also offered in Europe, South Korea, Japan, and the Middle East.
General Motors discontinued the assembly of the Cadillac CT6 in the US in February 2020 due to poor sales and retooling of the Detroit/Hamtramck facility for electric vehicle production, beginning with the new GMC Hummer EV.
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Common 2017 Cadillac Ct6 problems
The 2017 Cadillac CT6 has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to the transmission and brakes.
Transmission problems are one of the most frequently reported issues with the 2017 Cadillac CT6. The 8L transmission in this model has been criticized for its poor performance, leading to unpleasant driving experiences. Shift points can become corrupted, and shifts between first and second gears can be violent. Downshifts can cause the vehicle to pulsate as it coasts to a stop. These issues can make the car difficult to drive and potentially lead to more severe problems if not addressed promptly.
Brake problems are another significant concern for 2017 Cadillac CT6 owners. The brake system has been reported to struggle with proper operation, placing drivers and passengers at risk of accidents. Complaints include the brake system failing to engage, the brake booster needing replacement, loud screeching sounds from the wheels, and black greasy material covering the wheels. These issues have been traced back to faulty front radial arms and brake shields, indicating a potential design or manufacturing flaw in the brake system.
In response to these brake problems, General Motors (GM) has issued a recall for certain Cadillac CT6 vehicles due to software errors in the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). The defect can cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Antilock Braking System (ABS) to malfunction and become disabled, increasing the risk of accidents for drivers.
These issues with the 2017 Cadillac CT6's transmission and brake system have led to numerous complaints and recalls, affecting the car's overall reliability and safety. Potential buyers and current owners should be aware of these common problems and consider addressing them promptly to ensure a safe and enjoyable driving experience.
What is the transmission problem on a 2017 Cadillac CT6?
GM has identified that the transmission problem is due to a thermistor crimp in the wiring harness. Cadillac dealers are instructed to replace the transmission wiring harness in affected CT6 vehicles. The affected CT6 vehicles are: 2017 Cadillac CT6.
What is the reliability score of a Cadillac CT6?
The 2020 Cadillac CT6 has a predicted reliability score of 83 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
Is a Cadillac CT6 expensive to maintain?
A Cadillac CT6 will cost about $9,911 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service. This beats the industry average for luxury sedan models by $2,050. There is also a 27.02% chance that a CT6 will require a major repair during that time. This is 12.54% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Which CT6 engine is best?
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
That leaves the base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the least satisfying of the bunch and the twin-turbocharged V-8 as the best. Sprinkle the non-turbo 3.6-liter V-6 and the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 somewhere in between.
Is the Cadillac CT6 a good buy?
Highs Beautiful exterior design, actually engaging to drive, most models cheaper than competitors. Lows Less roomy inside than rivals, mediocre interior materials, twin-turbo V-8 outrageously priced. Verdict The CT6 is a striking and engaging sedan, but it leaves true high-end luxury at the door.
What is the transmission problem on a 2017 Cadillac CT6?
GM has identified that the transmission problem is due to a thermistor crimp in the wiring harness. Cadillac dealers are instructed to replace the transmission wiring harness in affected CT6 vehicles. The affected CT6 vehicles are: 2017 Cadillac CT6.
Why did Cadillac discontinue CT6?
General Motors discontinued the assembly of the Cadillac CT6 in the US in February 2020 due to poor sales and retooling of the Detroit/Hamtramck facility for electric vehicle production, beginning with the new GMC Hummer EV.
Which CT6 engine is best?
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
That leaves the base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the least satisfying of the bunch and the twin-turbocharged V-8 as the best. Sprinkle the non-turbo 3.6-liter V-6 and the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 somewhere in between.
2017 Cadillac Ct6 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Ct6 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Engine problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Cadillac Ct6 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2017 Cadillac Ct6 complaints
The NHTSA has received 20 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Cadillac Ct6.
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-29
- VIN: 1G6KN5R62HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Transmission - Jerks and studders (hesitation) in the course of normal driving. Brakes - Makes a squealing noise which has gotten louder over time.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-11
- VIN: 1G6KF5RS1HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The car is equipped with an 8-Speed Automatic Transmission which is frequently very hard shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. The car has been to my local Cadillac Dealer twice for this problem; they reply this is a know problem, and a normal condition, but the problem is getting worse. I'm concerned for the future and afraid of an accident because of a transmission failure.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-01
- VIN: 1G6KN5R61HU
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: SIDEWALL CRACKING ISSUE WITH ALL FOR TIRES - PIRELLI P ZERO NERO 245/40/R20 While traveling out of town (Dallas to San Antonio) we experienced some tire issues which led to us needing to replace all 4 tires. Several weeks prior, we began to noticed a very slight loss of tire pressure and had the tires checked twice for any objects or other damage – Nothing found. We also had the tires rotated to trouble shoot and rule out any issues with sensors – none. Both times, the service shops did not mention or recognize any tire damage or issues. During our 5 hour drive to San Antonio, we started to see tire pressure issues again along with a noticeable sound from the tires. With this concern, we took vehicle to Firestone for diagnosis and to our surprise they found severe damage and cracks to the side walls of the tires. Firestone confirmed the tire damage was not safe to drive on and due to the location of the damages, we would need to replace all 4 tires. We were shocked to see such severe cracking damage and were at a loss for how this could occur. The tires were in very good condition and still had significant tire tread with even wear. After some research we discovered that this type of side wall tire cracking has been know to happen and even Pirelli has recalled tires for this issue. We did not see a specific recall to this size tire but did find that Pirelli had another recall on tires made in 2016 saying "THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY A PRODUCTION ERROR (INCORRECT CARCASS COMPONENT), AND THE TIRES MAY SHOW SURFACE CRACKING IN THE LOWER SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE...". Please review this claim and confirm receipt. We are hoping to get some kind of reimbursement for the damages that we believe are a result of faulty or defective tires - this is what the Firestone technician also stated on video recording (I can provide video if needed). Thanks in advance for your consideration [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-09
- VIN: 1G6KF5RS3HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I was driving the vehicle heading to the interstate, and my speed was about 15 MPH, as I merge onto the highway and accelerated I felt the transmission shudder, and lag with a humming noise. It felt like the transmission mission was slipping and shaking with no acceleration power. I had to keep hitting the gas pedal to try and make the transmission engage. Very Dangerous! The transmission would also throw you back and jerk when accelerating violently. The transmission lunges forward and jerks into gears when starting from 0 mph.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-05
- VIN: 1G6KF5RS3HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: While driving the vehicle with auto stop engaged, the auto stop was malfunctioning. When I get to a red light or stop sign vehicle would engage auto stop, once I let my feet off the gas pedal and accelerate, the vehicle would jerk out of gear then slip /drag then engage with a loud hit as if someone rear-ended me. The problem was duplicated and confirmed by the dealership. There has been no outside inspection other than the dealership. No warning lights messages prior to failure. In addition, the Auto-stop working with a week of this complaint shortly therafter.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-01
- VIN: 1g6ke5r6xhu
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where they initially changed the transmission fluid and reprogrammed the transmission module; however, the failure persisted. The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer and she was informed that the torque converter was defective; but that the cost to replace the transmission was expensive. She was advised to bring the vehicle back to dealer each time the hesitation occurred to have the transmission fluid replaced. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-29
- VIN: 1g6kd5rs9hu
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Steering rack bound up and became extremely difficult to move, causing vehicle to leave roadway. Power assist failed and manual mode would not allow steering to left making it nearly impossible to control direction of vehicle.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-10
- VIN: 1G6KH5R68HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MY 2017 CADILLAC CT6 3.0 TT PREMIUM LUXURY HAS HAD THIS ISSUE SINCE I PURCHASED IT. DEALERSHIP STATE THAT THIS IS NORMAL AND I SHOULD LIVE WITH IT. IF I KNEW THIS BEFORE I PURCHASE THIS $98,000 VEHICLE I WOULD HAVE GONE MERCEDES-BENZ. THE ISSUES WITH THE 8-SPEED 8L90 GM TRANSMISSION ARE TWO-FOLD. FIRST, THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS FREQUENTLY. SECONDLY, THE SHIFTS ARE VERY HARSH BETWEEN FIRST TO SECOND, AND THEN SECOND DOWN TO FIRST, ESPECIALLY WHEN ACCELERATING AND THE TRANSMISSION IS UPSHIFTING OR DECELERATING AND THE TRANSMISSION IS DOWNSHIFTING. THESE CONDITIONS ARE MOST COMMONLY OBSERVED UNDER LIGHT AND MEDIUM THROTTLE APPLICATIONS, AND AS OFTEN DURING FULL THROTTLE APPLICATIONS. I HAVE HAD THE TSB 18-NA-335 DONE AND ISSUES STILL REMAIINS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-04
- VIN: 1G6KD5RS3HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHEN YOU PT IN THE REVERVE THE OUT SIDE MIRRORS DID NOT TILTED , AND SOME TIME THE PARKING BREAK LIGHT ON
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-11
- VIN: 1G6KB5RS9HU
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CADILLAC CT6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 67 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HILL CADILLAC LOCATED AT 3964 WEST CHESTER PIKE, NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA 19073, WHERE THE TECHNICIAN TOOK PICTURES TO SEND TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED. THE CONTACT WAS NOT GIVEN A CALLBACK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THE CONTACT WAS TRANSFERRED TO A NON-WORKING NUMBER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 114,000.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-03
- VIN: 1G6KN5R6XHU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: WHEN AUTO STOP IS ENGAGE TAKING YOUR FOOT OFF THE BRAKE PEDAL FROM A COMPLETE STOP WHEN THE ENGINE STARTS BACK UP IT HAS A HARSH JERK SOMETIMES, IT FEELS AS THOUGH SOMEONE HAS HIT YOU FROM THE REAR. THIS BEEN GOING ON FOR THREE YEARS THE CAR HAS BEEN IN SERVICE TWICE FOR THIS PROBLEM THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN CANNOT DUPLICATE IT. *TR
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-03
- VIN: LREKK5RX8HA
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: ON MORE THAN THREE OCCASIONS, THIS VEHICLE HAS LOST SUBSTANTIAL OR ALL PROPULSION DUE TO ENGINEERING DESIGN DEFECTS WITH THE GAS/HYBRID ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM. ALL BUT ONE OF THESE SITUATIONS OCCURRED ON A HIGH SPEED FREEWAY CAUSING POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING CONDITIONS WHEN THE VEHICLE SUBSTANTIALLY SLOWED OR STOPPED. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AS IS EVIDENCED BY OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE REPORTING THE SAME ISSUE AND THE MANUFACTURER FAILING TO HAVE A VIABLE PERMANENT REMEDY. AS OF TODAY'S DATE, 3/4/2020, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR THE PAST 62 OF 92 DAYS AND IS STILL AWAITING REPAIRS. THIS FIRST OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 10,000 MILES.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-10
- VIN: 1G6KE5R60HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CADILLAC CT6. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, IT LURCHED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GOLD COAST CADILLAC (732-709-2168, LOCATED AT 2123 STATE ROUTE 35, OAKHURST, NJ 07755), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT BACK TO THE SAME DEALER. THE DEALER PROVIDED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (DOCUMENT ID NUMBER: 4605342 - 16-NA-361: INFORMATION ON TRANSMISSION HARSH 1-2 SHIFT UPON FIRST STARTUP/SHIFT OF THE DAY UNDER LIGHT THROTTLE (JUL. 21, 2017)). THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO REMEDY FOR THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1,700. *LN*JB *JS *BF CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AGAIN ON 12/18/19. CAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR SERVICE ON 10/2019.*JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-22
- VIN: 1G6KD5RS5HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I PURCHASED THE USED 2017 CADILLAC CT6 IN MARCH 2019 WITH 24,192 MILES. IT WAS A CERTIFIED PRE -OWNED CAR BY THE DEALER. ADDITIONALLY I PURCHASED A CPO PROTECTION PLUS PROTECTION PLAN WITH THE CAR. I AM EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. DURING ACCELERATION AND DECELERATING THE CAR FEELS A HESITATION FOLLOWED BY A SIGNIFICANT SHAKE, SHUDDER, JERK, CLUNK OR HARD SHIFT. THE AUTO START STOP FEATURE IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. WHEN YOU COME TO A LIGHT THE ENGINE WILL TURN OFF AND WHEN IT RESTARTS IT WILL JERK INTO GEAR SO VIOLENT THAT IT FEELS AS THOUGH THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HIT FROM BEHIND. ADDITIONALLY AT 35, 45, AND 55 MILES PRE HOUR THE VEHICLE MAKES A WHINING NOISE EITHER FROM THE TRANSMISSION OR DIFFERENTIAL. I HAVE HAD THE CAR IN FOR REPAIRS FOUR TIMES AT THE DEALERSHIP WITH NO SUCCESS ON CORRECTING THE PROBLEMS.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-22
- VIN: 1G6KD5RS9HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: HARD SHIFTS IN LOW SPEEDS, INTENSE VIBRATION , SHUDDER THROUGHOUT DRIVING SPEED. CADILLAC DEALER SAID IT IS TORGUE CONVERTER ISSUE, CAR TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE FLUID EXCHANGED FOR $800.
STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-26
- VIN: 1G6KD5RS8HU
- Components: STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CADILLAC CT6. DUE TO THE CHANGES IN THE WEATHER, THE REAR WINDOW HAD A MARBLEIZED HAZE COVER, WHICH MADE VISIBILITY OUT OF THE WINDOW EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SCHOOLEY CADILLAC (2101 45TH ST, WEST PALM BEACH, FL), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO SOLUTION WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 0. *TT VEHICLE PURCHASE DATE SHOULD BE ON OR BEFORE INCIDENT DATE. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-27
- VIN: 1G6KN5R62HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION HAS A SIGNIFICATION CLUNK/HESITATION/DELAY SHIFTING UP FROM 1ST-2ND GEAR AND DOWN FROM 2ND-1ST GEAR. IN THE UPSHIFT, THE CAR VIOLENTLY LUNGES FORWARD ONCE THE ACCELERATION REV FROM THE PUSH OF THE PEDAL CATCHES UP WITH THE GEAR SHIFTING, NO MATTER HOW DELICATELY YOU MIGHT PUSH THE PEDAL. FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HIT FROM BEHIND ONCE IT CATCHES. IN THE DOWNSHIFT, UPON BRAKING TO COME TO A STOP, THE CAR PULSATES AND LUNGES FORWARD AS WELL WHICH HAS CAUSED ME TO NEARLY HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND IF NO CAR IS IN FRONT OF ME IT HAS CAUSED ME TO CREEP OUT INTO THE INTERSECTION A BIT. THIS HAS HAPPENED REGULARLY SINCE MY ACQUISITION OF THE VEHICLE IN EARLY APRIL 2018 AND THE DEALER HAS REVIEWED AND ADVISED THAT IT SHIFTS JUST FINE.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-05
- VIN: 1G6KH5R64HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH MY VEHICLE THAT INVOLVES HARD SHIFTING AT TIMES AND ALSO, THE VEHICLE SOMETIMES WILL LURCH QUITE ABRUPTLY. IT ACTUALLY FEELS AS IF THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP ON 4 OCCASIONS AND THEY WERE ONLY ABLE TO "REPLICATE" THE PROBLEM ONE TIME. THIS HARD SHIFT/LURCHING OCCURS USUALLY WHEN AT A STAND STILL AND, ONCE YOU REMOVE YOUR FOOT FROM THE BRAKE, VEHICLE MAY SHIFT HARD. IT DOESN'T MATTE WHERE I AM; WHETHER ON STREETS OR ON THE FREEWAY. IF VEHICLE IS STOPPED, THEN THIS HAPPENS ON OCCASION. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM USING THE "AUTOHOLD" FEATURE OR NOT BUT IT DOESN'T SEEM TO OCCUR AS OFTEN IF I AM USING THE "SPORT" MODE WHEN DRIVING. THE LAST TIME THIS EVENT OCCURRED, THE DEALERSHIP KEPT THE CAR FOR 3 DAYS AND CLAIMED THAT THEY COULD NOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM, BUT, I DROVE AWAY AND THE ISSUE OCCURRED WITH ME LESS THAN 2 MILES FROM THE DEALERSHIP. I HAVE 2 GRANDSONS THAT I "TAXI" AROUND AND THEY HAVE BOTH FELT THIS PROBLEM. AS A MATTER OF FACT, ANYONE WHO RIDES IN MY CAR IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM BUT, FOR SOME REASON, CADILLAC IS STATING THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED WAS ON 9/13/17; AGAIN ON 10/5/17. (TERM USED WAS CCND - CUSTOMER CONCERN NOT DUPLICATED). NOW, ON 11/03/17 THEY DUPLICATED
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-05
- VIN: 1G6KD5RS2HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION LURCHES AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR IN COAST CONDITIONS; DURING TURNS AND IN INTERSECTIONS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-14
- VIN: 1G6KN5R6XHU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: LANE DEPARTURE WARNING ALERT DOES NOT WORK
2017 Cadillac Ct6 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2017 Cadillac Ct6.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The Park/Position lights may be excessively bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence: The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will install right and left side in-line headlight jumper harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N162016079.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Consequence: If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 18228.
Negative 2017 Cadillac Ct6 car reviews
Positive 2017 Cadillac Ct6 car reviews
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If you're new to owning a luxury sedan, take some time to learn about the features, where they are located, and how to program them. When I transferred from a Cadillac XTS to my CT 6, my learning curve was much shorter. However, some features like the surround vision, USB, and hotspot may take some getting used to. ONSTAR uses the built-in navigation system, so it's important to understand the interface features between Onstar and the onboard navigation system. One feature that can be confusing is the memory setting from your remote key fob. They are not numbered anymore, so you can confuse the memory setting for the seats and mirrors if you transfer remote keys. This is the one feature you should have the dealer explain before you drive your car away. It will save time later. Other than that, curl up with the instruction books and enjoy. After more than a year, I can say that the Premium Red car color is great as well. My car is outside 24/7 and looks clean all the time except during pollen season. Now, three years later, I still love the car, but I will be replacing it with a 2020 Lexus LS 500 F Sport next week. I wanted to upgrade my car to a Double Turbo CT 6 Sport Premium Luxury, but GM discontinued that engine and car, and essentially discontinued me after driving Cadillacs since 2006.
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The CT6 has been fully redesigned to be very techie and easy to operate. The only downside is that the owner's manual can be a bit difficult to navigate due to somewhat lacking indexing.
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I had the opportunity to test drive the NA V6 with standard suspension and 19
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Your car is in top condition!
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That is a great car!
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Are you having problems with your 2017 Cadillac Ct6?
Arvel Olson 2024-11-23
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to let you know that I recently purchased a used Cadillac CT6 2017 on December 27th, 2023. Unfortunately, I've noticed that the transmission is slipping or shifting hard. Since the engine light has also come on, I plan on taking it back to the dealer to have it checked out. It's surprising to me that a car with less than 50,000 miles would have such a hard shift. Thanks for your help!
Trace Ledner 2024-10-29
I had some concerns about the transmission when I purchased this car, but unfortunately, there were several other hidden issues that the dealer did not address before putting it up for sale. The car shakes quite badly due to all four wheels being bent, and I suspect that the shocks/struts are also bad. I did request that the mechanic drive the car to identify any issues, as I had to fly in to see the car before purchasing it. Although the sales manager did drive the car, he did not notice these issues. While the limited warranty is appreciated, I am a bit concerned about the distance between myself and the dealer. If necessary, I may have to drive the car back to have everything fixed, which would be a bit of an inconvenience. Despite these issues, I am hopeful that everything will work out in the end.
Cruz Batz 2024-09-05
Hello everyone, I wanted to share my experience with my 2017 Cadillac CT6. I purchased it with 34k miles and drove it problem-free for about 3 months. Unfortunately, I started experiencing some noises and had to take it to the shop multiple times before they finally fixed some cover rattling on the catalytic converter. They ended up welding it instead of repairing it, which did the trick. However, I then had issues with the fuel injectors, which left me stranded. The last straw was when the car would jerk forward while in traffic. I ultimately decided to trade it in for a Mercedes S550, which has been the best decision I've made when it comes to cars. I have always been a fan of Cadillacs and had a DTS prior, but this experience has made me appreciate the importance of a reliable vehicle. Thank you for listening.
Kendall West 2024-07-18
I purchased a preowned certified 2017 Cadillac CT6, which is a lovely car. However, within two weeks of owning it, I noticed that the transmission was clanking and vibrating when shifting into a lower gear. Even my wife, who was sitting in the passenger seat, thought that the car was coming apart.
Pete White 2024-06-03
The ride quality of a Cadillac can be negatively impacted by the use of low profile tires. This was observed in both my 2013 XTS and the CT6, where the same type of low tire caused grinding on the expensive wheel and a bumpy ride. It is unfortunate that the smooth ride that Cadillac is known for is being compromised due to the use of incorrect tire height.