WHILE DRIVING LOSS OF BRAKES DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION AND FAILURE OF THE METAL HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DASH INDICATOR SERVICE BRAKE STABILATRAK. *TR
2009 cadillac DTS electrical problems
severe 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 8 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CADILLAC DTS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MAD AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CADILLAC DTS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE ENGINE COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE BACKSEAT WAS VERY HOT AND A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP RELAY AND THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY FOR SEVERAL DAYS; HOWEVER, THE FAIL…
CANT BRING DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEATS UP OR DOWN RESULTING IN UNCOMFORTABLE DRIVING POSITION IN DRIVE, NEUTRAL, PARK, ALL GEARS. DISTANCE SENSORS MALFUNCTION FREQUENTLY WHEN GOING INTO REVERSE.
Fuse box got push on by seat clamp shorted out my fuel pump relay and burnt up my fuse box
THE FUEL PUMP RELAY IS BURNING OUT AND CAUSING THE CAR NOT TO START. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT JUST STALLED OUT IN THE ROAD.
2009 CADILLAC DTS. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING VEHICLE RECALL AND DEFECT *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SHE IS WORRIED ABOUT A FUTURE ACCIDENT THAT MAY OCCUR DUE TO THE HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM BEING DISABLED AND REMOVED PER THE RECALL. *JB
VEHICLE FAILED TO START AFTER BEING PARKED OVERNIGHT. ENGINE WOULD CRANK BUT NOT FIRE. DEALER FOUND REAR FUSE ASSEMBLY TO BE IN A "MELTED CONDITION"; FUEL PUMP FUSE/RELAY WAS CHARRED. ENTIRE FUSE ASSEMBLY REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. DEALER COULD FIND NO CAUSE FOR PROBLEM. MY MAIN CONCERN IS THIS ASSEMBLY IS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT NEXT TO THE BATTERIES. THE POWER SURGE THAT CAUSED SU…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2009 cadillac DTS?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 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
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Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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