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58 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Cadillac engine problems
871 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Cadillac vehicles for engine issues.
1 active recall campaign. See engine across all makes →
Complaints
871
Recalls
1
Year-models
58
Avg fix
$3,100
8crashes
22fires
9injuries
Editorial perspective by Mark Driver · Founder, ProblemsByVin
I've had plenty of Cadillac in the bay over the years, and the engine complaints on these don't surprise me. 871 on the NHTSA record across 58 model-year entries (2005–2025) is not a fluke. The complaints are spread across the lineup — no single model is doing all the work. That tells you it's an engineering or supplier pattern, not a one-off bad year. 22 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Repair exposure averages $3,100, which is meaningful money outside warranty. Across the 323 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 72,931 miles. Budget for a real pre-purchase inspection — compression and leakdown test, not just a code scan. Both are cheap and tell you what is left in the engine.
Worst-affected Cadillac model-years for engine Top 25 by complaint volume
General motors is recalling certain model year 2010 Cadillac srx equipped with a 2
If the vehicle continues to be driven after the onset of this noise, a connecting rod or piston may break, resulting in engine damage, and perhaps engine failure, which would disable the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before june 11, 2010. Owners may contact the Cadillac customer assistance center at 1-866-982-2339 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Common questions
How many Cadillac engine complaints are on file with NHTSA?
871 complaints across 58 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 1 active recall campaigns cover engine issues across the Cadillac lineup.
Which Cadillac model has the most engine complaints?
The 2023 Cadillac Escalade leads with 74 complaints in this category. Next: 2022 Escalade (48) and 2009 CTS (41).
What does it cost to fix Cadillac engine problems?
Independent shops average $3,100 for engine 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 engine recalls?
Yes — 1 active recall campaign covers engine on Cadillac vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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.