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2007 · Cadillac
Cadillac CTS problems
1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 218 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
Reliability score
6.0 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
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Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2007 CTS?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Brakes: 42 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 26,900–95,000 mi
Electrical system: 33 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 83,000–127,435 mi
Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average
5 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2007 CTS· steeringCrash
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Cadillac cts. The contact stated that while making a right turn at approximately 25 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. As a…
My 2007 Cadillac cts has had problem after problem since I purchased it used at 60,000 miles!! I am now experiencing seriously dangerous & hazardous brake issues when parking &/or turning the wheel all the way!! The brakes pulsate & go to the floor but fail to stop!! The service…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Cadillac cts. The contact stated that the passenger side seat failed to detect when the seat was occupied. The air bag warning light constantly illuminated. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that…
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Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
This standard specifies requirements for power operated window, partition, and roof panel systems to minimize the likelihood of death or injury from their accidental operation.
Fix: Dealers will install a wire harness. The recall began on may 29, 2008. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and may experience a fluid leak
A rear differential failure may cause loss of motive power and possibly loss of control increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
General motors is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Cadillac cts vehicles
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.
Fix: 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.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 218 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Cadillac CTS has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2007 Cadillac CTS?
The 2007 Cadillac CTS is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Brakes: 42 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 26,900–95,000 mi; Electrical system: 33 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 83,000–127,435 mi; Reliability score 6.0/10 — around the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Cadillac CTS?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 53 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 82,462 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 82,462 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Cadillac CTS has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Cadillac CTS?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 218 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Cadillac/CTS.
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