2006 Cadillac Cts problems
The Cadillac CTS is a luxury car, manufactured and marketed by General Motors from 2003 until 2019 across three generations.
Initially available as a 4-door sedan on the GM Sigma platform, GM had offered the second generation CTS in three body styles: 4-door sedan, 2-door coupe, and 5-door sport wagon also using the Sigma platform — and the third generation was offered only as a sedan, using a stretched version of the GM Alpha platform. High performance sedan variants were offered for each generation, as the CTS-V — with wagon and coupe variants offered for the second generation.
Wayne Cherry and Kip Wasenko designed the exterior of the first generation CTS, marking the production debut of a design language marketed as "Art and Science," first used on the Evoq concept car. John Manoogian III directed the second generation CTS design. Bob Boniface and Robin Krieg designed the exterior of the third generation CTS.
The CTS ended production in 2019 and was replaced by the CT5, which shared its platform with the third and final generation of the CTS in addition to the smaller CT4.
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Common 2006 Cadillac Cts problems
Based on the information gathered from various sources regarding common problems with the 2006 Cadillac CTS as reported by owners, here is a detailed list of issues:
- No Engine Compression: Owners have complained about a loss of engine compression in the 2006 Cadillac CTS. This can result in poor engine performance, rough idling, and potentially lead to engine failure, requiring extensive repairs.
- Internal Engine Oil Cooler Failure: Another common problem with the 2006 Cadillac CTS is internal engine oil cooler failure. This issue can impact the engine's lubrication system, leading to overheating and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly.
- Steering Wheel Position Sensor Failure: Owners have reported issues with the steering wheel position sensor failing in the 2006 Cadillac CTS. This can cause various unexpected behaviors in the vehicle, such as engaging cruise control, jerking side to side, or braking without driver input.
- Other Reported Issues: In addition to the major problems mentioned above, owners have also experienced issues like rough idling, engine failure, and stalling in the 2006 Cadillac CTS. These issues can be attributed to various factors such as a seized motor, worn camshaft, or faulty engine control module (ECM) sensor.
By addressing these common problems with the 2006 Cadillac CTS, owners can be better informed about potential issues they may encounter and take proactive measures to maintain their vehicle's performance and reliability.
How many miles will a 2006 Cadillac CTS last?
The 2006 Cadillac CTS should be able to last over 150,000 miles with regular maintenance. The most important thing You should do to make Your car last a long time is do all the scheduled maintenance for it.
Are Cadillac CTS expensive to fix?
The average annual maintenance cost for a Cadillac CTS is $663, which is again lower than the Cadillac average. Examples of CTS repairs and their estimated costs include: Timing belt replacement: $1,049 – $1,132. Head gasket replacement: $1,765 – $2,018.
Do Cadillac CTS have transmission problems?
Transmission failure has been a common issue found in some 2009 Cadillac CTS units.
What year CTS is the most reliable?
Most Reliable Years of the Cadillac CTS: The Breakdown
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- 2015 Cadillac CTS (third generation) ...
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- 2017 Cadillac CTS.
Is 2006 Cadillac CTS a good car?
Owners rated the 2006 Cadillac CTS quality a 4.5 out of 5.
How many miles will a 2006 Cadillac CTS last?
The 2006 Cadillac CTS should be able to last over 150,000 miles with regular maintenance. The most important thing You should do to make Your car last a long time is do all the scheduled maintenance for it.
Do Cadillac CTS have transmission problems?
Transmission failure has been a common issue found in some 2009 Cadillac CTS units.
Are Cadillac CTS expensive to repair?
The average annual maintenance cost for a Cadillac CTS is $663, which is again lower than the Cadillac average. Examples of CTS repairs and their estimated costs include: Timing belt replacement: $1,049 – $1,132. Head gasket replacement: $1,765 – $2,018.
2006 Cadillac Cts car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Cts problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Cadillac Cts vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Cadillac Cts
The NHTSA has received 269 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Cadillac Cts. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Cadillac Cts vehicles.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-22
- VIN: 1G6DP577160
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Driving out of a driveway with a slight slope, my traction engaged. It has done this 3-4 times in perfect driving weather and I had not swerved or experienced any issue prior to the light illuminated "TRACTION ENGAGED". It is pretty noisy under my car as well and the ride is not smooth and rather bumpy. It has engaged just backing up in a parking lot.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-19
- VIN: 1G6DP577560
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated when the vehicle was started with the key in the ignition, it was difficult to shift from park(P) to reverse(R). The contact stated that once she was able to reverse the vehicle onto the roadway, it was difficult to shift the vehicle into drive(D). The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and was able to shift into drive(D). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and turned the vehicle off. While attempting to start the vehicle, it was difficult turning the ignition key. The contact stated that she was unable to remove the key from the ignition. The contact stated that she was only able to jiggle the key enough to turn the vehicle off. The contact called a local dealer and explained the failure. The contact advised the dealer that she had a recall letter from the manufacturer for NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V394000 (Electrical System). The dealer advised the contact that the key that was stuck in the ignition was not part of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 173,520.
SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-22
- VIN: 1G6DP577X60
- Components: SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: Well I am uncertain but we have two 2006 Cadillac cts and both have had multiple transmissions replaced. Multiple differential problems and air bag and wireing problems
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-09
- VIN: 1G6DP577060
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The driver-side tail light lens fell off. I don't know where, but it probably fell off while I was driving, and if so, could have caused an accident. Cadillac does not stock this tail light assembly anymore, so I had to order it online, and then have it installed by a local shop. I am uploading photos of 1) repair invoice 2) new tail light box 3) old tail light (missing lens).
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-29
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6DP577860
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving in reverse and reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and drove in reverse across a parking lot crashing into two parked vehicles, and hitting a tree before driving across a side road and into a ditch. During the incident, the front driver sustained neck stiffness and the front passenger sustained a bruised right elbow. Neither injury required medical treatment. A police report was taken at the scene. The vehicle was later driven to the home. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 86,500
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-16
- VIN: 1G6DN57U860
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Service airbag light on dash is on. No one ever sits in the passenger front seat. The rear view mirror indicates that the passenger seat airbag is off. I dont know how to turn it on just to see if the RVM will indicate an on position. I took the car in for a diagnosis and it it indicated that the PPS Module needs replacement. ($1280.79) Even if I do find out how to turn it on I would be afraid to turn it on if it’s going to explode that’s my problem what should I do
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-02
- VIN: 1G6DM57TX60
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I am deaf and the “service Air Bag” and the symbol came on several times and I took it to a certified mechanic who spent two days checking. This is the what he said upon diagnosis, “ The part you need for the air bag light has been discontinued not available anymore.” I met him in person and he said the same thing. This is a safety issue. Please help! Thank you!
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-14
- VIN: 1g6dp577060
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, the rear windshield shattered. There was no impact to the rear windshield that could have caused it to shatter. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and requested photos of the vehicle, the contact's driver's license, vehicle registration, and vehicle title. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-25
- VIN: 1G6DM57T160
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
- Summary: Thank these things i feel cadilac should consider fixing due to milage before and after i purchased the cadilac due to the miles before and after purchase. Due to being 100% disabled since 2009, Air bag & safety belt system light comes on when i have onstar diagnose the problem they said it has something to do with my seat belt system on passenger side which mind you isnt used often at all and cadilac will not help with the cost and was told by onstar it needs repairs asap because it could cause air bags to pop out while driving or not come out during a crash. Im afraid some times driving it. In the 7yrs of owning this i maybe put around 40,000 miles on the car its in good condition. Which lead me to the other problem due to miles. When i purchased the cadilac a few days later the check engine light came on it was the catalytic converter it was almost $800 it has two of them the dealer repaired it. Here the other day i had onstar do a complete system scan and the report showed the converter was in the process of going out again but just hasnt triggered my check engine lite. I was shocked because of the miles i drivewhich is under 6000 miles a yr and i use top grade fuel there isnt any way these converters should be going out they should have lasted for the rest of my life and the cars life i take very good care of it changing the oils on a regular bases and other cares are met but when talk to cadilac they didnt even consider my care and miles driven at all or find out why tne converter is needed twice since i owned the car when most cars never need converter replacement. Im 62 yrs old, these are concerns i have but mostly the treatment by cadilac (GM) the safety part being on passenger side that seat never hardly get used but could cause air bags to open while driving and two convertersin 6-7 years of ownership when most cars never need one and othhers just once. Which tells me theres a problem some where else causing it to not work properly, but it didnt matter.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-01
- VIN: 1G6DP577960
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the airbag warning light illuminated. The contact called a local dealer who informed her that the cause could be an electrical failure or a defective airbag. The contact was informed to bring the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. ir
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-25
- VIN: 1G6DM57T160
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY CAR AIRBAG LIGHT JUST COMES ON AND NEVER CUTS OFF IT JUST STAYS ON AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM MAY BE AND I'M JUST WONDERING IS THIS A PROBLEM WITH EVERY AIR MAKING MODEL OF THE CAR THAT I HAVE
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-12
- VIN: 1G6DP577060
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO GEAR, THE VEHICLE JERKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LYNCH CADILLAC OF AUBURN (154 W CREEK PKWY, AUBURN, AL 36830) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. LEAKS WERE SEEN BY THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 07V589000 (POWER TRAIN) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VIN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 98,090.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-10
- VIN: 1G6DM57T560
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE MESSAGE SERVICE AIR BAGS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V644000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD EXPERIENCED THE SAME FAILURE LISTED IN THE RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-08
- VIN: 1G6DP577560
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 73 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO VEER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HER RESIDENCE AND TOWED THE FOLLOWING DAY TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PISTON RODS AND CRANKSHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO C & C AUTO (834 E MAUMEE ST, ANGOLA, IN 46703, (260) 624-2011) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND REPLACED THE STARTER HOWEVER, THE ENGINE WAS NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 175,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-23
- VIN: 1G6DM57T160
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND HAS NEVER WENT OUT. I UNDERSTAND THERE MAY BE ISSUES WITH THE AIRBAGS FROM THIS MANUFACTURER AND POSSIBLE MODEL. MU VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET. HOWEVER, I'M UNABLE TO AFFORD TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED DUE TO THE COST INVOLVED AND IF IT'S A MANUFACTURER'S ISSUE I DON'T FEEL I SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COSTS INVOLVED. I WOULD CERTAINLY LIKE TO HAVE THIS ISSUE CHECKED BEFORE MYSELF OR A PASSENGER IS INJURED AS A RESULT TO THIS ISSUE, THANKS.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-05
- VIN: 1G6DM57TX60
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION, TURNING SLIGHTLY OR SHARPLY INTO A PARKING SPOT, APPROACHING A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT TO MAKE A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN AT LOW SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL BEGINS TO LOCK UP WHEN PRESSING ON IT TO STOP. UPON LOOKING INTO THIS PROBLEM, MORE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE REPLACED THE HUB AND EBCM SEVERAL TIMES AND THE ISSUE WAS STILL RECURRING. UNFORTUNATELY, THE FAULT OR PROBLEM THAT CREATED THIS UNSAFE CONDITION IS STILL UNKNOWN BY GM.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-18
- VIN: 1G6DM57TX60
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 48,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-04
- VIN: 1G6DN57U060
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ANOTHER BRAKE LINE FAILURE MUCH THE SAME AS PREVIOUS RECALLS LOST BRAKE FUNCTION MUCH LIKE THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-05
- VIN: 1G6DP577460
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE BRAKES ON THE CARS LEAK FLUID AND THE BRAKE NOT WORKING PROPER,WANT STOP CAR AFTER YOU APPLY BRAKE STOP A STOP SIGN, AND WILL TRY TO GO WITH BRAKE DOWN. NOT SAFE. HAD BRAKE PAD PUT ON. DRAKE STILL HAVING PROBLEM.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-01
- VIN: 1G6DP577360
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE CAR REVS UP THE RPM VERY HIGH AND THE CAR WILL ONLY BE TRAVELING AT A LOW SPEED. THE CAR WAS PUT ON A DIAGNOSTIC MACHINE THAT RETURNED THE CODE P1793.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-12
- VIN: 1G6DP577660
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND CONFIRMED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-10
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE BATTERY IS DRAINED EVERY 3 DAYS.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-22
- VIN: 1G6DN57UX60
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE LINE FAILURE. FAILURE WAS ON THE HARD LINE BETWEEN THE ABS DISTRIBUTION BLOCK TO THE CONNECTION POINT WHICH LEADS TO THE CALIPER. CORROSION HAS LEAD TO A LINE FAILING WITH A HOLE LOCATED ON THE TOP SIDE OF BRAKE LINE. CAR WAS BEING PARKED. BRAKE PEDAL WAS BEING HELD WHILE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS BEING APPLIED. SUDDENLY THE BRAKE PRESSURE GAVE UP AND THE PEDAL WHEN TO THE FLOOR. LUCKY IS THIS SITUATION THE CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION OR THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A WHOLE OTHER CONVERSATION.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-15
- VIN: 1G6DM57T960
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG INDICATOR FAILED TO SHOW WHEN IT WAS OPERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V644000 (AIR BAGS). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-27
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6DP577970
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHEN TURNING SLOWLY INTO PARKING SPACES THE BREAKS GO OUT AND DO NOT WORK CAUSING THE CAR TO EITHER HIT OR RUN UP THE CURBING. THIS HAPPENS OFTEN ENOUGH THAT WE ARE BECOMING SCARED TO DRIVE CAR. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO MULTIPLE DEALERS AND THEY SAY THEY CANNOT FIXT THE ISSUE.
2006 Cadillac Cts recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2006 Cadillac Cts.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS-V vehicles manufactured October 6, 2003, to March 15, 2007, and 2006-2007 Cadillac STS-V vehicles manufactured June 23, 2005, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the electrical terminals of the fuel pump module may overheat resulting in the melting of the flange material.
- Consequence: If the flange melts, a hole may be created allowing the fuel pump to leak fuel, causing the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel module and fuel tank jumper harness, free of charge. GM sent out interim notices in late October. The recall began on March 12, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14405.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model year 2003-2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured August 16, 2001, to April 28, 2014, and 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured March 20, 2003, to August 11, 2006. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14172.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 CADILLAC CTS VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH REPEATED FLEXING OF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT MAY CAUSE THE MAT TO KINK, BEND, OR FOLD. THIS FLEXING CAN BREAK THE CONNECTIONS IN THE MAT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE SENSOR MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A FRONT SEAT PASSENGER AND WILL DISABLE THE AIR BAG.
- Consequence: NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING THAT AIR BAG'S DEPLOYMENT MAY REDUCE PROTECTION OF THE PASSENGER AND INCREASE THE RISK OR SEVERITY OF INJURY TO THEM.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT MARCH 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2007 CADILLAC CTS VEHICLES CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE FRONT BRAKE HOSE FITTING AT THE CALIPER MAY CORRODE DUE TO SNOW OR WATER, CONTAINING ROAD SALT OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS, ENTERING AND BEING RETAINED IN THE ROUTING SLEEVE. IF THE FITTING CORRODES SIGNIFICANTLY, THE BRAKE HOSE-TUBE INTERFACE MAY DEVELOP A LEAK.
- Consequence: THE BRAKE HOSE-TUBE INTERFACE MAY RUPTURE SUDDENLY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND INCREASE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE MAY OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS ARE TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL DOES NOT MEET ALL OF THE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY EXPERIENCE A FLUID LEAK.
- Consequence: A REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE MAY CAUSE LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER AND POSSIBLY LOSS OF CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PINION SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 1, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM; AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
- Summary: CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES MAY HAVE A CONDITION WHERE FUEL IS NO LONGER SUPPLIED TO THE ENGINE. THIS CONDITION OCCURS WITHOUT THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FUEL LEVEL LOW INDICATOR LIGHT OR THE WARNING CHIME.
- Consequence: IF THE ENGINE STOPS RUNNING, THE OPERATOR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) WITH NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED IN DECEMBER 2005 AND ASKED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST 1/4 OF A TANK FUEL LEVEL TO AVOID THIS CONDITION UNTIL THE PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. THE PARTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE, OWNER RENOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 23, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339.
Negative 2006 Cadillac Cts car reviews
Positive 2006 Cadillac Cts car reviews
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I leased this car after trading in my 2000 Eldorado with low mileage. The Eldorado was not Cadillac certified and the repair bills were getting costly. The dealership certified my car, but marked it up extensively. In hindsight, I should have kept my Eldorado! The CTS was great for the first 7,000 miles, but then I experienced a scary moment when rounding a corner on a rainy day. The car almost spun out of control and left long, black tire marks on the road. The right rear tire seemed to lock up. Thankfully, I was able to regain control of the car and continue on my way. At 10,400 miles, I took the car in for an oil change and to address a noise in the back end. The service technician informed me that I needed to replace the tires.
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I love everything about my Cadillac CTS! Although, it would be even better if it were a little roomier and if the passenger seat was automatic instead of manual. But, other than those small annoyances, the car is perfect and I absolutely love it!
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This is my first ever owned luxury car and, while I had high expectations for the base model CTS, I have to admit that I am somewhat disappointed. The 2.8L v6 engine is a bit underpowered and the gas mileage is not great (I average about 16.5 MPG city with conservative driving). However, I have not experienced any issues with the car and I find it comfortable to drive. Additionally, I really appreciate the exterior design and the fact that driving a Cadillac garners a lot of respect.
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You've got yourself an amazing car, especially for someone who's only 24! It's so much fun to drive, handles like a dream, and rides so smoothly that it feels like you're floating on air. Everywhere you go, heads are turning because of its sleek and aggressive look. The interior is flawless, with everything easily accessible and still spacious enough to feel roomy. The 2.8 V6 is very impressive, and sometimes it's hard to believe that there are only 210 horses under the hood.
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This car is amazing to drive! I already knew it was a great car, but I had no idea how thrilling the experience could be to drive a 'near' sports car for that amount of money. I've owned a Cadillac DeVille before (1992), but there's no comparison between the two vehicles. I also own an SUV (from another brand) and I'm delighted with how comfortable the CTS is. I've finally found a car that's more nimble and more fun to drive and ride in than a BMW (which I still own but will be getting rid of) or my friends' Mercedes. Before deciding to buy the CTS, I test drove the Toyota Avalon. My advice: Drive a CTS before buying the Avalon; the handling will convince you - plus the CTS has style and character.
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2006 Cadillac CTS Problems and Complaints - 20 Issues
Problem with your 2006 Cadillac CTS? Our list of 20 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Cadillac CTS 2006 2.8 mysterious engine problem. | Cadillac ...
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Aug 8, 2015 ... Remove the starter relay when it's acting up and test the socket for voltage at each terminal. One spot should be hot all the time. That is the ...
2006 Cadillac CTS Cylinder Misfire | Cadillac Owners Forum
Feb 3, 2012 ... Other than that the car accelerates normally with no issues. I've all ready put enough money into this car trying to keep it problem free since ...
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Jul 24, 2011 ... Otherwise, they are pretty cool cars. You get those big ass cool looking Brembo brakes!! And I can't really think of any common PITA problems ...
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Garrick Schuster 2024-11-29
Your CTS handles like a dream and has plenty of power. It's great when in 'sport' mode and you can take corners that are posted 35 mph at 55 mph. You have the 3.6L with the 5-speed auto and it's plenty fast. However, you mentioned two issues. Firstly, the XM radio has static, which is surprising for satellite radio, and apparently all CTS's with the single CD player do too. Secondly, the battery died twice and had to be replaced under warranty, which is unusual for a car with only 7,000 miles on it. I hope the dealer/GM can fix these issues for you soon.
Ellis Renner 2024-10-08
Although I had high hopes for this car, it has unfortunately been the least satisfying vehicle I have owned in many years. The main issue seems to be with the transmission or electronics, as the car frequently shifts to a lower gear without my input. Even when driving downhill, the car struggles to maintain speed. The dealer attempted to explain this away as a feature of European-style transmissions, but I remain unconvinced. Additionally, I have found the information screen controls to be overly complicated and difficult to use. Finally, the gas mileage has been disappointing. Overall, I regret trading in my excellent Grand Prix for this car.
Dudley Thiel 2024-10-02
The dashboard on this car could use some improvement. The Deville had a tasteful, curved, flowing dash for the first time ever, but the CTS has weird shapes and cartoonish textures everywhere. The exterior is also marred by the venetian-blind front grille and too-flat bumper. I did have some issues with the car, such as a mileage discrepancy recorded on the title and some needed repairs, but I learned a valuable lesson to always read the Carfax report before signing off. The seats are gorgeous but quite massive, which can rob the rear passengers of legroom. However, they are heated, which is a nice touch. The ride can be a bit choppy, but I found that deflating the tires to 30 psi helped. The car also has a rough idle on regular gas, but it's still manageable on premium. Overall, there are some areas for improvement, but the car has some great features like the factory 2 din Bose Nav Stereo and heated seats.The struts stop the door a few inches from closing, so it must be slammed every time. In my opinion, it may have been a mistake to design it this way. If you have the means, I would recommend purchasing Generation two. Although you may still have concerns about engine, transmission, and driveline failure, the interior design is improved in this generation.
Efrain McLaughlin 2024-08-25
I bought this car for my daughter with 100,000 miles on it, hoping it would last another 100,000 miles. It was a beautiful car and driving it with the 3.6L engine was a lot of fun. Unfortunately, we started experiencing some problems. The radiator failed and mixed engine coolant with transmission fluid, which was a nightmare to flush out. A year later, the transmission failed and we had to replace it for almost the cost of the car. To make matters worse, the engine now has some serious internal mechanical damage that will probably render it useless. The electronic brake control was always intermittent and it burns oil. It has been quite a money pit and the reliability has been disappointing. Needless to say, I won't be buying another Cadillac.
Wilbert Friesen 2024-08-20
I have experienced multiple issues with my Cadillac, including problems with the rear end, computer, electrical system, and fuel pump. Unfortunately, my last experience was particularly frustrating as I was left stranded due to a fuel sensor issue. Despite my attempts to escalate the issue to a higher authority, I have been unable to find a resolution. This lack of support from Cadillac has left me feeling disappointed and disillusioned. As a result, I have decided that I will not be purchasing another Cadillac in the future.