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...
1998-2011 · 11 model years
Cadillac STS Problems by year
Owners have filed 411 complaints about the Cadillac STS across 11 model years, and it has 7 recalls. The 2006 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (141), while 1998, 2010 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the airbags, followed by the electrical system.
- Complaints
- 411
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes
- 48
- Fires
- 14
- Injuries
- 32
- Deaths
- 0
STS complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common STS problems
Cadillac STS recalls 7
Gm is recalling 4,586 my 2008 cadillac sts and sts-v passenger vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, 'Tire pressure monitoring systems' (tpms). The standard requires an indication to the driver...
Covers2008 Cadillac STS
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and may experience a fluid leak.
Certain vehicles have a left or right rear suspension toe link that could separate because of an incorrect weld.
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.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with all wheel drive and a 3.6L v6 engine, the torque monitoring functions of the electronic throttle control (etc) are not enabled. These functions can limit engine speed and torque if unusual engine control module...
Covers2006 Cadillac STS
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
Latest STS complaints
The known timing chain issue GM done a warranty for to fix it but won't fix it now. My car is running sluggish because of it and had numerous times that it wouldn't go up to the speed limit almost caused accidents because of it and I'm afraid to even drive it anymore knowing that it's a time bomb waiting to happen that could blow up on the highway that can cause accidents.
The vehicle experiences a Shift-to-Park malfunction in which it does not consistently recognize that it is in Park, despite being physically shifted into the Park position. When this occurs, the vehicle may fail to shut down properly or behaves as if it is not securely in Park. The condition is reproducible and occurs during normal use. The issue first appeared in approximately mid-2024 at an estimated mileage of 80,000-85,000 miles and continues to occur. No crash or collision has occurred. However, the defect...
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involves core powertrain and electrical systems and presents safety concerns related to reliable gear recognition and vehicle shutdown. The vehicle remains available for inspection upon request.
Dealership had ownership of car and should have replaced the timing chain before selling car to me, which they did not and after time for repairs to be done before time ran out, I had to pay for repairs, causing me be be out $3000+ dollars for repairs should have been covered by the warranty.
The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac STS. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact became aware of a fluid leak. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a pinion seal leak on the rear axle. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired because the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,721.
The steering wheel became uncontrollable while idle and can't turn the steering wheel without picking up speed. While stopped you can't turn the steering wheel, it's like trying to turn it while the engine is off.
The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac STS. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway at approximately 2 MPH, the driver's side tie rod fractured into two pieces. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the tie rod was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Questions about the Cadillac STS
Which Cadillac STS years have the most problems?
Which Cadillac STS years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Cadillac STS problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the airbags (102), electrical system (78), engine & cooling (78) most often.
How many recalls does the Cadillac STS have?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls across all Cadillac STS model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data