Cadillac DTS problems
97 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Electrical system: 26 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 38,000–98,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Cadillac dts. While driving at various speeds, a strong odor of smoke was present in the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking from the engine gaskets and…
When I call on star for a diagnostic test that when I was told that if was in an accident the car air bags would not protect me like they were suppose to.I was driving to the next town over from my hometown on hwy 8o east.
2007 Cadillac dts service department refused to fix vehicle *cn the consumer stated there was an issue with the transmission gears, which caused a noise. The dealer was unable to find a problem. *jb
2007 Cadillac dts vision obscured while driving. Consumer states that the center door post and the driver seat head rest are blocking the drivers view while turning or looking behind the vehicle. *kb
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Cadillac DTS reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Cadillac DTS is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Cadillac DTS?
The 2007 Cadillac DTS is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 26 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 38,000–98,000 mi; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average. 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 DTS?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 26 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 66,214 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 66,214 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Cadillac DTS 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 DTS?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 97 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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.