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 electrical problems
severe 26 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
26
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
HEATED SEAT CONNECTOR MELTED. *TR
LIKE MANY OTHER CADDY OWNERS ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TWILIGHT SENSORS OPERATION. PROBLEM BEING THE HEADLAMPS COME ON TOO EARLY AND GO OFF TOO LATE RESULTING IN A DIMMING OF THE INTERIOR DASH ILLUMINATION. THIS CAUSES THE DRIVER NOT TO BE ABLE TO DETERMINE VEHICLE SPEED...ESPECIALLY IF ITS STILL BRIGHT ENOUGH OUT FOR SUN GLASSES TO BE USED. MY 2007 DTS AND OTHERS. SEE THIS LINK ALSO HTTP://WWW…
MY BATTERY CONSTANTLY GOES DEAD, EVERYTIME IT RAINS, SNOWS OR EVEN GETS COLD. I BROUGHT A BRAND NEW BATTERY AND A BRAND NEW ALTERNATOR AND IT STILL DOES THE SAME THING. THE AIR-BAG MESSAGE KEEPS COMING UP ALONG WITH EVERY ELECTRICAL COMPONENT THERE IS ON THIS CAR. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO DEALERSHIPS TO GET DIAGNOSTICS AND THEY NEVER FIND ANYTHING WRONG. THIS IS NOT SAFE FOR MY KIDS TO RIDE IN PLEASE AD…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2007 cadillac DTS?
It's a meaningful issue. 26 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
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.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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