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 NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. TH…
2007 cadillac DTS engine problems
severe 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC DTS. THE CONTACT COULD NOT TURN THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PULL INTO A PARKING SPACE AT 5 MPH. HE WAS EVENTUALLY ABLE TO PARK THE VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE DEALER. A MECHANIC ARRIVED AT THE SCENE AND FOUND THE SERPENTINE BELT LAYING ALONGSIDE THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE BRACKET AND PULLEY BRO…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC DTS. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE AND THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. THE CONTACT STARTED TO SMELL A FUEL ODOR AND NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INJECTOR 8 CONTROL CIRCUIT SPILLED OIL INTO THE INJECTOR AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC DTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WAS SMOKE AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT OIL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE MANIFOLD PRODUCING THE ABNORMAL ODOR. IN ADDITION, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE RESEALED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILU…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2007 cadillac DTS?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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
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