CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Cadillac Cts-V has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2005 Cadillac Cts-V recalls
Corroded Front Brake Hose Can Leak and Lengthen Stopping Distance
Road salt or other contaminants can corrode the front brake hose fitting where it attaches to the caliper.
Most common 2005 Cadillac Cts-V problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
I GOT INTO THE CAR PUT KEY INTO IGNITION IT WOULD NOT START THE KEY IS STUCK INSIDE IGNITION I PUT A NEW BATTERY IN ALSO A NEW STATER RELAY FUSE THE CAR STARTED I DROVE IT OVER THE WEEKEND WITH KNOW PROBLEM TODAY WHILE DRIVING CAR STOPPED SCARED ME REALLY BAD I TRIED TO START IT AND THE CAR DID THE SAME THING WOULD NOT START AND THE KEY WERE STUCK AGAIN I WAS ON THE CITY STREETS
JUST PURCHASED CAR ON 8/29. CAR HAS SEVERAL SERIOUS DEFECTS MECHANIC CHECK.TRANSMISSION IS DRAGGING WHILE IN MOTION UPCLIMB. IM MOTION, VEHICLE SHAKES AND CAN NOT STEER. THERE ARE ALSO SEVERAL OPEN RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE THAT I WAS NOT AWARE OF AT TIME OF PURCHASE.
PASSENGER AIRBAG OCCUPANT SENSOR/MODULE IS FAULTY. AFTER A WHILE, THE MAT KINKS, BENDS, OR FOLDS. DUE TO THIS IT LOSES CONNECTION AND TRIGGERS A "SERVICE AIRBAG SOON", DISABLING THE AIRBAG SYSTEM UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS FIXED. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM AS IN NHTSA RECALL #10V644000, BUT FOR SOME REASON MY CAR IS NOT COVERED. IT REQUIRES REPLACEMENT WITH THE SAME GM PART NUMBER (19124390).
VEHICLE CUT OFF ON RAILROAD TRACK WHILE I WAS CROSSING IT,. IT WOULD NOT START, KEY STUCK IN IGNITION SWITCH AND I COULD PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK, FRONT WHEELS SHAKE WHILE DRIVING IN THE CITY, WHILE TRAVELING ON OPEN HIGHWAY I HIT A BUMP AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF CRUISE CONTROL AND STOPS. I HAD IT FIXED BY EDENTON MOTORS IN NORTH CAROLINA. THERE IS RECALL ON CADILLACS, BUT NOT ON OUR 2005 CADILLAC CTS..
LEFT FRONT MOTOR MOUNT FAILED 6/2015. I TOOK IT TO REPAIR FACILITY FOR A CLUNKING WHEN SHIFTING. DIAGNOSIS WAS BROKEN MOTOR MOUNT WHEN FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM THE MOUNT. REFER TO COMPLAINT # 10882088 FOR FAILURE IN 6/2016 OF THE RIGHT SIDE MOTOR MOUNT. COST TOTAL $1006.63
2005 Cadillac Cts-V questions
Does the 2005 Cadillac Cts-V have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2005 Cadillac Cts-V: Corroded Front Brake Hose Can Leak and Lengthen Stopping Distance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Cadillac Cts-V?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Suspension (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Cadillac Cts-V has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.