https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Cadillac DTS. en-us Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:55:56 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-2115693 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox). When the fuse pump relay overheated it shut fuel down going to the fuel pump, which caused the engine to stall. When the engine stalled the car cut off, causing me to loose power steering. Because I was traveling in the middle la https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-2115694 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox). When the fuse pump relay overheated it shut fuel down going to the fuel pump, which caused the engine to stall. When the engine stalled the car cut off, causing me to loose power steering. Because I was traveling in the middle la https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-2115695 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox). When the fuse pump relay overheated it shut fuel down going to the fuel pump, which caused the engine to stall. When the engine stalled the car cut off, causing me to loose power steering. Because I was traveling in the middle la https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-2026951 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT Fuse box got push on by seat clamp shorted out my fuel pump relay and burnt up my fuse box https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-2019727 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the vehicle was diagnosed with an oil leak from the oil pan. The contact was informed that the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 8 https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-2016605 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT Tire size: 235/55R17 99H In February 2022, I purchased a set of 4 Yokahama tires from Discount Tire Co., located at 2707 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78230. The mileage on the car was approx. 89,000. In February of 2024, my mechanic notice tread lifting on the tires, so I took the car to Discount Tire Co., located at 1755 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78227, and the service tech told me that I https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1975963 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Driving at night on I-29 South and headlights went off intermittently but not simultaneously. Headlamps continued intermittent cut-out until reached destination (approx 3 hours later). As a safety issue for driving while dark, had both assemblies replaced at Cadillac dealer for approx $3,950.00. Replacement was Cadillac recommendation as it was stated the electronics do fail in these headlight ass https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1975964 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT Driving at night on I-29 South and headlights went off intermittently but not simultaneously. Headlamps continued intermittent cut-out until reached destination (approx 3 hours later). As a safety issue for driving while dark, had both assemblies replaced at Cadillac dealer for approx $3,950.00. Replacement was Cadillac recommendation as it was stated the electronics do fail in these headlight ass https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1975971 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT While driving at night in July, 2023 on [XXX] , both headlights began to go out intermittently but not simultaneously. Continued driving for approximately 3 hours to final destination. Took to local Cadillac dealer for diagnostics (Invoice [XXX]) and after dialogue with dealer had both assemblies replaced as was informed the electronics have been noted to fail in these assemblies. I replaced both https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1975972 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT While driving at night in July, 2023 on [XXX] , both headlights began to go out intermittently but not simultaneously. Continued driving for approximately 3 hours to final destination. Took to local Cadillac dealer for diagnostics (Invoice [XXX]) and after dialogue with dealer had both assemblies replaced as was informed the electronics have been noted to fail in these assemblies. I replaced both https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1962946 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Suffered chemical burn to my right lower arm after airbag deployed & ruptured in my 2006 Cadillac DTS sedan during a front-impact motor vehicle accident. https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1914741 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was pushed to the side of the roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drove to the residence. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replac https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1914742 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was pushed to the side of the roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drove to the residence. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replac https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1894701 Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT I have a very bad oil leak in my vehicle, which Is creating a mess and alot of smoke. https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1874142 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT 2007 Cadillac DTS has been giving me problems with leaking water from either the moon roof or roof itself near driver's door.the floor gets soaked with water and has caused a part called a yaw under the seat to short the wiring out and had to be replaced because it controls the tail lights and tail lights and brake lights were staying stationary when driving so car behind me has no indication whet https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1874143 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT 2007 Cadillac DTS has been giving me problems with leaking water from either the moon roof or roof itself near driver's door.the floor gets soaked with water and has caused a part called a yaw under the seat to short the wiring out and had to be replaced because it controls the tail lights and tail lights and brake lights were staying stationary when driving so car behind me has no indication whet https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1874144 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT 2007 Cadillac DTS has been giving me problems with leaking water from either the moon roof or roof itself near driver's door.the floor gets soaked with water and has caused a part called a yaw under the seat to short the wiring out and had to be replaced because it controls the tail lights and tail lights and brake lights were staying stationary when driving so car behind me has no indication whet https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1866480 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle "service Airbag " warning keeps flashing. Should I keep driving this vehicle, Is my safety and the safety of other drivers at risk? I've reported this to the GMC dealers in my local area, but the want to charge me $125.00 to $169.00 dollars to perform a diagnostic. My concern is for safety of myself and others. Can this problem be fixed at a minimal or no price. https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1865955 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Was backing out of my parking space and the warning icons on my dash,(Service brake system,stabiltrack, traction control.4 years ago I had to replace a (yaw) that goes under the driver's seat because moonroof is leaking so I sealed the roof.the yaw controls the stabiltrack.i took it to a auto parts store to get diagnosed and it says speed sensor or possibly a wheel hub.ive owned cars for 50 some y https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1865956 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Was backing out of my parking space and the warning icons on my dash,(Service brake system,stabiltrack, traction control.4 years ago I had to replace a (yaw) that goes under the driver's seat because moonroof is leaking so I sealed the roof.the yaw controls the stabiltrack.i took it to a auto parts store to get diagnosed and it says speed sensor or possibly a wheel hub.ive owned cars for 50 some y https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1865957 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Was backing out of my parking space and the warning icons on my dash,(Service brake system,stabiltrack, traction control.4 years ago I had to replace a (yaw) that goes under the driver's seat because moonroof is leaking so I sealed the roof.the yaw controls the stabiltrack.i took it to a auto parts store to get diagnosed and it says speed sensor or possibly a wheel hub.ive owned cars for 50 some y https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1859277 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT We purchased this vehicle four months ago and love it except for: 1)There seems to be some kind of tint on the rear view mirror which makes it very hard to see other vehicles at night, especially at dusk before some drivers turn their headlights on. We know to be very careful, but there is a very high risk for an accident. 2)Exhaust fumes enter the vehicle when stopped while the engine is running, https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1859278 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT We purchased this vehicle four months ago and love it except for: 1)There seems to be some kind of tint on the rear view mirror which makes it very hard to see other vehicles at night, especially at dusk before some drivers turn their headlights on. We know to be very careful, but there is a very high risk for an accident. 2)Exhaust fumes enter the vehicle when stopped while the engine is running, https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1850227 Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle's brakes stopped working. Could push the brake pedal to the floor without almost no effect. I removed the driver's side front wheel and discovered the brake line was almost completely severed and fluid had sprayed out all over the wheel well. Not sure if this was a defect in design or someone had intentionally cut the line. https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1847997 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated the vehicle failed to start as needed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic however, no failure was found. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and no failure was found. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and stated there was a button on the radio that was stuck, causing the battery power to be drained. The vehicle was https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1839569 Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated he became aware that oil was leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the oil pan was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred and the oil pan was replaced again. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 132,000. https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1833017 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Alternator Not Charging" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking onto the alternator and exhaust manifold. The alternator was replaced. However, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a significant a https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1833018 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Alternator Not Charging" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking onto the alternator and exhaust manifold. The alternator was replaced. However, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a significant a https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1824954 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Service Stabilitrak and Service Traction Control error message come on periodically and when on the car seems to run rough. Message shuts off then could hit a bump and comes on again. You never know when it is going to come on and when on it shuts off the traction control and could be dangerous. https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts https://plaincars.com/make/cadillac-dts#complaint-1812938 Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac DTS equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: Exclaim HPX A/S (Alpha Sierra), Tire Size: 235/55/R17, DOT Number: A37AWBXP3317. The tire was a replacement tire. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the front passenger’s side tire experienced a blowout as a result the vehicle landed in a ditch. The contact stated that the sidewall was separated; however, the t