2008 Cadillac DTS owner complaints

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact smelled a rotting odor inside the vehicle and the radio remained in valet mode. Also, the turn signals failed to activate correctly and the headlights failed to illuminate to full capacity. The contact also experienced several other electrical failures with the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to les standford Chevrolet (located at 21730 michigan ave, dearborn, mi 48124, 313-444-7537), but it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall the approximate failure mileage was 219,000.

2008 Cadillac dts. Recall regarding if key ring is adding weight to vehicle. *ta according to the recall letter, the parts are not available. *jb

I started to smell smoke in the car, I shut the engine, the smoke was coming from under the back seat. I removed the back seat, and smelled the fuse box, and opened the fuse box cover, and I found that two relays were very hot, and one of them was burned, and melted all the way into the bottom of the whole fuse box block. I had the whole fuse block replaced the part alone was $225.71 plus installation. A year later same exact thing happened, I went to the dealer, and I was told that there is no recall on this fuse block. So I guess I have to do this all over again if I want to drive this vehicle. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). However, the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The daytime running lights and front turn signal light sockets in both headlamps have burnt contacts. I took my 2008 Cadillac dts to the dealer to have the bulbs replaced as my turn signals weren't working. They replaced the bulbs. Two days later they quit working again. I took the car back and they checked it again and informed me that the lamp sockets were burnt and that I would have to replace the entire headlamp assembly because there wasn't a replacement socket available. The cost was going to be approximately $1000 each with labor. I believe this a safety issue and Cadillac should either provide a replacement socket or cover a part of the part and labor. Right now I have the sockets temporarily repaired with paper clips and aluminum foil because on social security I can't af

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the key fell out of the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Took my vehicle in for safety recall 14299 nothing was done to the switch they just put something on the key and 2 small key rings and told me that nothing else was to be put on the key ring. In my opinion the repair was not done what is stopping the key switch from shutting off as a mechanic nothing was done. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact stated that both the rear driver and passenger side lap-shoulder belts failed to latch. The contact mentioned that the failure would occur intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.

Ltr from senator cardin on behalf of constituent re the rigidness of the seat belts in her 2008 Cadillac dts. *nj the consumer stated the seat belts were very tight to the seat. The consumer stated gm no longer used the flexible stem for the seat belts on any of the dts vehicles. *jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact stated that the rear driver and passenger side seat belts failed to properly fit across the chest area and went across the neck area. The contact stated that the shoulder anchor was adjusted to the lower level but the seat belt continued to lie across the neck area. The contact was concerned that in the event of a crash, the seat belt would cause fatal injuries. Also, the contact stated that her neck was blistered due to the failure but medical attention was not required. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and recommended the contact to purchase seat belt pads. The failure mileage was 50,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact noticed oil spots on the garage floor. The contact took the vehicle to guys Buick GMC truck (1316 n mildred st, ranson, wv 25438) where it was determined that oil was leaking from the crank case in the engine. The contact was referred to a Cadillac dealer for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a $100 voucher towards the repair cost. The contact was referred to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 95,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact stated that there was oil and transmission fluid leaking from the bottom of the engine while the vehicle was parked in the driveway. Also, upon coming to a stop, there was white smoke coming from underneath the engine on the passenger's side. There was no warning light illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Oil leak under engine coming from engine transmission and power pump. Also white smoke coming from engine on passenger side when stopped on driveway.

Fuel pump relay melted replaced rear fuse box and relay tried to start vehicle on 6 june 2016 vehicle would not start at all. Had vehicle towed in to diagnose $81.99 just purchased about 6 months ago. Purchased a warranty but this problem was not covered. I have never had this experience with a vehicle. After extensive reading I find this is a problem with a variety of Cadillac vehicles. I had to pay $796.43, parts were $397.51.this should have never happen and could have caused major damage. Since Cadillac know this is a problem I feel I should be reimbursed for my suffering and pain. This problem could have resulted in a fire starting in the seat area. I probably would not have known until it was to late.

My car won't start if the tilt wheel is not in a certain position. The engine will not start until you put it down in a certain position---which I guess at. After I start it I can adjust the tilt wheel and I have no problem. After stopping and parking the car, I have to get it in the right position to have it start. (yesterday after 3 adjustments, it would not start.) after resting for a few hours, it started.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized without warning, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The contact crashed into a cement wall but did not suffer any injuries. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 111,730. Updated 12/04/13*lj ..updated 12-05-13 *bf

We were hit in right side by a driver who pulled out from a stop sign and crossed two lanes hitting our car in the passenger side on the fender and front door. Air bags did not deploy causing injury to head and neck. *tr

Car stopped operating all of a sudden. Battery charging issue.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. The contact stated that the chrome on the rims peeled and bubbled, causing the tires to constantly lose air. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rims needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to wonderland tire (616-399-3070, located at 12671 james st, holland, mi 49424) where it was stated that the failure was a design flaw. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The rims were not replaced or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac dts. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the headlights were projecting too much heat and caused the plastic covers to burn and melt from the inside. The vehicle was taken to riley Chevrolet Buick GMC (2033 christy dr, jefferson city, mo 65101, (573) 298-6142) where the contact was informed that the failure was cosmetic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.