CADILLAC CT6 · model year

2020 CADILLAC CT6

16 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash reports, and 2 active recalls for this specific cohort.

NHTSA overall rating

Not crash-tested

New Car Assessment Program

The 2020CADILLACCT6 carries 16 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. For crash performance, NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gave this cohort an overall Not Rated/5 rating, with Not Rated/5 front crash, Not Rated/5 side crash, and Not Rated/5 rollover scores derived from standardized barrier and dynamic tests.

Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2020 CT6 is power train with 6 filings, followed by service brakes (3) and suspension (1). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 2 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle — the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.

NHTSA currently has 10 investigation files overlapping the 2020 CT6, and 1 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.

16
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Total Complaints

16 filings

Crashes Reported

2 reports

Source

NHTSA ODI

Federal complaints database

Complaints vs. fleet median (215)

At or below the fleet median complaint volume.

NHTSA NCAP overall: Not Rated/5 — Not rated · Front: Not Rated/5 · Side: Not Rated/5 · Rollover: Not Rated/5

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
POWER TRAIN6
SERVICE BRAKES3
SUSPENSION1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
WHEELS1

Recalls (2)

19V73100015/10/2019

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac CT6 vehicles equipped with dealer-installed accessory 20" x 8.50" wheels (RPO 5JO or SHH). The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensors use the incorrect wireless radio frequency and cannot illuminate the low pressure warning light wh

25V14800006/03/2025

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.

Recent Complaints

20250930WHEELS

The vehicle was shifting harshly and my wheels were experiencing lock up while in motion which was very dangerous. I experienced this on the parkway as well as streets and almost had a few accidents due to this problem. I drive my wife and children in this vehicle. Our safety and lives were put at risk. There were no warning lamps to advise of troubles. I also have some computer problems that are supposed to be addressed. Gm dealer has had my car for four months and have tried to replace valve four times and all four times the part they received was defective and unsuccessful. I have made many calls to GM and they are giving me the run around. Now they want to replace the entire transmission but wanted to use aftermarket part which more than likely is also defective. They are having a hard time obtaining a new transmission and also advised me I would be responsible for the cost of this replacement when they get a new transmission. At this point I am not willing to risk mine or my famil

20250930POWER TRAIN

The vehicle was shifting harshly and my wheels were experiencing lock up while in motion which was very dangerous. I experienced this on the parkway as well as streets and almost had a few accidents due to this problem. I drive my wife and children in this vehicle. Our safety and lives were put at risk. There were no warning lamps to advise of troubles. I also have some computer problems that are supposed to be addressed. Gm dealer has had my car for four months and have tried to replace valve four times and all four times the part they received was defective and unsuccessful. I have made many calls to GM and they are giving me the run around. Now they want to replace the entire transmission but wanted to use aftermarket part which more than likely is also defective. They are having a hard time obtaining a new transmission and also advised me I would be responsible for the cost of this replacement when they get a new transmission. At this point I am not willing to risk mine or my famil

20250715POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission seized, and the vehicle was coasted over to the right side of the roadway while waiting for tow service. A dealer as contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 98,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Mileage: 98,000

20250617POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked before slamming into gear. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the transmission was shifting rough. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

20250610POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the transmission was shifting hard. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Mileage: 64,000

20250522POWER TRAIN

See attached document for complaint.

20250411POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

20250224STRUCTURE:BODY

latelyi have had a problem with my back hatch door opening by it self the problem the last time it happen just before i enter a car wash now ive got a 7800 bill to repair it

20210219UNKNOWN OR OTHER

THE SUPER CRUISE SELF DRIVING FEATURE DOESN'T WORK AND ERROR MESSAGES CONTINUOUSLY FLASH ON DASHBOARD. IT HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER SINCE 12/16 (>9 WEEKS) WITHOUT ANY RESOLUTION. CALLS, EMAILS, POSTS TO CADILLAC AND GENERAL MOTORS GO UNANSWERED. DEALER TELLS ME CADILLAC ENGINEERS FROM CORPORATE COME AND GO WITH NO SOLUTION. I'VE MADE 2 PAYMENTS TO DATE WITHOUT MY CAR. I NOTIFIED GM FINANCIAL I WILL NO LONGER MAKE PAYMENTS ON A CAR I DO NOT HAVE. ALSO NO RESPONSE.

Mileage: 8,900

20210219FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

THE SUPER CRUISE SELF DRIVING FEATURE DOESN'T WORK AND ERROR MESSAGES CONTINUOUSLY FLASH ON DASHBOARD. IT HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER SINCE 12/16 (>9 WEEKS) WITHOUT ANY RESOLUTION. CALLS, EMAILS, POSTS TO CADILLAC AND GENERAL MOTORS GO UNANSWERED. DEALER TELLS ME CADILLAC ENGINEERS FROM CORPORATE COME AND GO WITH NO SOLUTION. I'VE MADE 2 PAYMENTS TO DATE WITHOUT MY CAR. I NOTIFIED GM FINANCIAL I WILL NO LONGER MAKE PAYMENTS ON A CAR I DO NOT HAVE. ALSO NO RESPONSE.

Mileage: 8,900

20210219FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

THE SUPER CRUISE SELF DRIVING FEATURE DOESN'T WORK AND ERROR MESSAGES CONTINUOUSLY FLASH ON DASHBOARD. IT HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER SINCE 12/16 (>9 WEEKS) WITHOUT ANY RESOLUTION. CALLS, EMAILS, POSTS TO CADILLAC AND GENERAL MOTORS GO UNANSWERED. DEALER TELLS ME CADILLAC ENGINEERS FROM CORPORATE COME AND GO WITH NO SOLUTION. I'VE MADE 2 PAYMENTS TO DATE WITHOUT MY CAR. I NOTIFIED GM FINANCIAL I WILL NO LONGER MAKE PAYMENTS ON A CAR I DO NOT HAVE. ALSO NO RESPONSE.

Mileage: 8,900

20201115CrashSERVICE BRAKES

ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2020 I WAS STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT IN MARYSVILLE, OHIO. IT APPEARED THAT TRAFFIC STARTED TO MOVE, SO I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY THE EMERGENCY BRAKING FEATURE ENGAGED. WHILE THIS TENDS TO STARTLE YOU BECAUSE IT IS SO ABRUPT, ALMOST LIKE A HEAD-ON COLLISION, I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE. THE BRAKE DID NOT STOP THE CAR. IT WAS SIMILAR TO WHEN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING IS ENGAGED. THE BRAKES FELT LIKE THEY WERE PULSATING, SO THE CAR CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD UNTIL IT PRESSED UP AGAINST THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I HAVE HAD SOME INSTANCES WHERE WHEN BACKING UP, IN A COMPLETELY EMPTY PARKING LOT OR STREET AND THE CAR WILL BRAKE ON ITS OWN. THERE ARE NO POSTS, TREES OR ANY OBJECTS LIKE THAT ANYWHERE NEARBY TO TRIGGER THE BRAKING. THE MARYSVILLE (OHIO) POLICE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO THE ACCIDENT. THE FILE NUMBER FOR THE POLICE REPORT IS 20.01993. I WAS NOT CITED BECAUSE I WAS IN ESSENCE UNABLE TO STOP THE CAR. THERE WAS PLENTY OF TIME TO STOP THE CAR AS I DON'

Mileage: 15,300

20201115CrashFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2020 I WAS STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT IN MARYSVILLE, OHIO. IT APPEARED THAT TRAFFIC STARTED TO MOVE, SO I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY THE EMERGENCY BRAKING FEATURE ENGAGED. WHILE THIS TENDS TO STARTLE YOU BECAUSE IT IS SO ABRUPT, ALMOST LIKE A HEAD-ON COLLISION, I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE. THE BRAKE DID NOT STOP THE CAR. IT WAS SIMILAR TO WHEN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING IS ENGAGED. THE BRAKES FELT LIKE THEY WERE PULSATING, SO THE CAR CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD UNTIL IT PRESSED UP AGAINST THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I HAVE HAD SOME INSTANCES WHERE WHEN BACKING UP, IN A COMPLETELY EMPTY PARKING LOT OR STREET AND THE CAR WILL BRAKE ON ITS OWN. THERE ARE NO POSTS, TREES OR ANY OBJECTS LIKE THAT ANYWHERE NEARBY TO TRIGGER THE BRAKING. THE MARYSVILLE (OHIO) POLICE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO THE ACCIDENT. THE FILE NUMBER FOR THE POLICE REPORT IS 20.01993. I WAS NOT CITED BECAUSE I WAS IN ESSENCE UNABLE TO STOP THE CAR. THERE WAS PLENTY OF TIME TO STOP THE CAR AS I DON'

Mileage: 15,300

20201112SERVICE BRAKES

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CADILLAC CT6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS A LOUD SCREECHING SOUND COMING FROM THE WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WOODLAND CADILLAC LOCATED AT 530 QUALITY CIR #101, WOODLAND, CA 95776, TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT RADIAL ARMS WERE FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE RADIAL ARMS WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS A BLACK GREASY MATERIAL COMING FROM THE BRAKES AND COVERED THE WHEELS. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS DETERMINED IT WAS THE BRAKE SHIELDS . THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100.*DT*JB*DT*JB

Mileage: 100

20201112SUSPENSION

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CADILLAC CT6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS A LOUD SCREECHING SOUND COMING FROM THE WHEELS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WOODLAND CADILLAC LOCATED AT 530 QUALITY CIR #101, WOODLAND, CA 95776, TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT RADIAL ARMS WERE FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE RADIAL ARMS WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS A BLACK GREASY MATERIAL COMING FROM THE BRAKES AND COVERED THE WHEELS. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS DETERMINED IT WAS THE BRAKE SHIELDS . THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100.*DT*JB*DT*JB

Mileage: 100

20200803SERVICE BRAKES

CAR WAS ACQUIRED IN FEBRUARY AND SCRAPING NOISE IN FRONT BRAKES WAS NOTICED IN MAY. WAITED TO SEE IF THE NOISE WOULD GO AWAY BY ITSELF BUT BECAME LOUDER AND TOOK TO CADILLAC DEALER, MILLER CADILLAC IN ELLICOTT CITY MD TELEPHONE 410-750-1100 ON JULY 30. I WAS TOLD THE MECHANIC COULD HEAR THE NOISE BUT COULD NOT IDENTIFY THE SOURCE. HE CALLED GM AND THEY TOLD HIM THERE WAS TECH BULLETIN #PIC6290C INSTRUCTING THE MECHANIC TO TELL CUSTOMER THE NOISE IS NORMAL DOES NOT AFFECT SAFETY OR RELIABILITY OF THE CAR BUT WOULD NOT TELL THE MECHANIC THE CAUSE OF THE NOISE, WHICH IS GETTING WORSE! HOWEVER THE TECH BULLETIN STATES THE CAUSE WAS DETECTED AND CORRECTED ON OCTOBER 30, 2017! THE ISSUE OBVIOUSLY IS NOT CORRECTED AND IS NOT GOING AWAY. I AM CONCERNED THE CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE ESPECIALLY SINCE GM WOULD NOT TELL THE TECHNICIAN THE CAUSE SO I CAN MONITOR IT. THE BRAKE NOISE OCCURS ON ALL ROADWAYS WHETHER FAST OR SLOW WHETHER TURNING OR STRAIGHT AS CONFIRMED BY THE LOCAL MECHANIC. WHY WON'T

Mileage: 900

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints does the 2020 CADILLAC CT6 have?
The 2020 CADILLAC CT6 has 16 NHTSA complaints, 2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2020 CADILLAC CT6?
The 2020 CADILLAC CT6 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of Not Rated/5, front crash rating of Not Rated/5, side crash rating of Not Rated/5, and rollover rating of Not Rated/5.
Are there any recalls for the 2020 CADILLAC CT6?
Yes, the 2020 CADILLAC CT6 has 2 recall(s). The most common affected component is TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS. Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 CADILLAC CT6?
The most-complained component for the 2020 CADILLAC CT6 is POWER TRAIN with 6 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include SERVICE BRAKES and SUSPENSION.
Is the 2020 CADILLAC CT6 safe to buy?
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. The 2020 CADILLAC CT6 has an NHTSA safety rating of Not Rated/5. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.

Vehicle Safety Guides

Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.