ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE AND A 3
WITHOUT THESE FUNCTIONS ENABLED, A PERSISTENT ECM FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A THROTTLE OPENING GREATER THAN COMMANDED BY THE DRIVER AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
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severe 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
WITHOUT THESE FUNCTIONS ENABLED, A PERSISTENT ECM FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A THROTTLE OPENING GREATER THAN COMMANDED BY THE DRIVER AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC STS. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE ATTEMPTED TO PARK THE VEHICLE WITH HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE SURGED THROUGH THE FENCE. SHE CONTINUED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FINALLY STOPPED. THE FRONT GRILL AND HOOD WERE DAMAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER IMMEDIATELY FOR INSPECTION. THE DEALER FOUND NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE…
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.