I've had plenty of Cadillac in the bay over the years, and the speed-control complaints on these don't surprise me. 108 on the NHTSA record across 18 model-year entries (2005–2024) is not a fluke. The 2013 Cadillac SRX leads the list but the pattern shows up across multiple years and models. Not a one-off. 1 fatality report on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Cadillac vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Average shop fix runs about $600 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. If the car has ADAS, take a test drive that actually exercises it. False AEB triggers and adaptive-cruise drop-outs are common patterns.
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18 model-year entries · 2005–2024
Cadillac cruise control problems
108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Cadillac vehicles for cruise control issues. 1 active recall campaign. See cruise control across all makes →
Complaints
108
Recalls
1
Year-models
18
Avg fix
$600
18crashes
9injuries
1fatality
Worst-affected Cadillac model-years for cruise control Top 18 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
2013 Cadillac SRX
19 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2008 Cadillac CTS
11 complaints · ~$600 severe
2006 Cadillac DTS
11 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2012 Cadillac SRX
9 complaints · ~$600 severe
2011 Cadillac SRX
8 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2006 Cadillac CTS
7 complaints · ~$600 severe
2012 Cadillac CTS
5 complaints · ~$600 severe
2009 Cadillac CTS
5 complaints · ~$600 critical
2014 Cadillac SRX
4 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2011 Cadillac CTS
4 complaints · ~$600 severe
2006 Cadillac STS
4 complaints · 1 recall · ~$600 severe
2024 Cadillac Lyriq
3 complaints · ~$600 severe
2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV
3 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2017 Cadillac XT5
3 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2013 Cadillac ATS
3 complaints · ~$600 severe
2009 Cadillac SRX
3 complaints · ~$600 severe
2008 Cadillac Escalade
3 complaints · ~$600 moderate
2005 Cadillac STS
3 complaints · ~$600 severe
Active recalls — Cadillac cruise control 1 on file
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with all wheel drive and a 3
Without these functions enabled, a persistent ECM failure could result in a throttle opening greater than commanded by the driver and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the ECM on these vehicles free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2006. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.
Common questions
How many Cadillac cruise control complaints are on file with NHTSA?
108 complaints across 18 model-year entries from 2005 to 2024. 1 active recall campaigns cover cruise control issues across the Cadillac lineup.
Which Cadillac model has the most cruise control complaints?
The 2013 Cadillac SRX leads with 19 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 CTS (11) and 2006 DTS (11).
What does it cost to fix Cadillac cruise control problems?
Independent shops average $600 for cruise control repairs across the Cadillac lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Cadillac cruise control recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers cruise control on Cadillac vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Cadillac.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.