WHILE DRIVING CAR JUMPS OUT OF GEAR CAUSING RAPID DECELERATION, LOSS OF TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITY CONTROL, POWER STEERING, AND BRAKES. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LOOSES ANY INDICATION OF GEAR SELECTION, AND CAR MUST BE SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES TO REGAIN CONTROLS ONCE PARKED. GM/CADILLAC IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE SINCE THEY HAVE A TSB RELATING TO THE FAULT CODE, BUT NO RECAL…
2009 cadillac CTS steering problems
critical 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
3
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
JUST LIKE MANY OTHER GM'S THE STEERING WHEEL WILL STICK WHILE DRIVING AND RELEASE IN ONE DIRECTION OF THE OTHER. IT HAS CAUSED US ALMOST TO HAVE A HEAD ON COLLISION. I HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP 2 AND THEY HAVE NO REMEDY FOR THIS ISSUE. THEY SAID THEY COULD CHANGE THE STEERING COLUMN BUT CAN'T GUARANTEE IT WILL FIX THE ISSUE. THEY HAVE TEST DRIVE AND HAVE DUPLICATED THE SAME LOCKING AND STICKING W…
THERE IS A STEERING PROBLEM FELT VIBRATION COMING FROM STEERING WHEN MAKING TURNS, TOOK TO ONE DEALERSHIP WHO CLAIMED IT IS FIXED, AND IT WASN'T, TOOK IT TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP TWO WEEK LATER FOR STEERING VIBRATION, THEY FOUND OUT THE DRIVE SHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT. THE WORST INVESTMENT OF MY LIFE SINCE THE CAR HAD ALSO A WATER LEAK FROM THE SUNROOF WHICH THEY CLAIMED IT WAS A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT.…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2009 cadillac CTS?
It's a serious issue. 12 complaints have been filed, including 3 reports involving a crash and 1 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the steering 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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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