CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Cadillac CTS has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 313 complaints with NHTSA, including 29 crashes, 12 fires, 21 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (57 reports).
2003 Cadillac CTS recalls
Most common 2003 Cadillac CTS problems
Problem areas named in the 313 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 57 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 42 |
| Exterior Lighting | 39 |
| Air Bags | 38 |
| Engine | 29 |
| Steering | 28 |
| Power Train | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 |
| Structure | 22 |
What owners report
Everything was really grate no problems. My brakes sounds like there is LOTS of AIR Coming from somewhere. My key ignition sometimes want turn over or easy to come out. Than the car started running hot. I've had it looked at Few times and can't seem to fix the problem. I've even brought a new coolant box or another name for it.. so now I can't drive it because my fluids keep coming out of the coolant tank please help me I don't know what to do. To complete this message I've even had a smog twice nonpassable. - Thank you any Questions [XXX] call/ text INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
The contact owns a 2003 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds the vehicle would suddenly stalled and the instrument panel would illuminate. The message stating "starting disabled remove key" would display. The contact stated that they would be able to coast and restart the vehicle. Other times the contact would have to pull over to the side of the road and restart the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 121,000.
The computer isnât telling the alternator to charge the battery so the batteries are being all of the way drained without anything recharging them. Beans new batteries get ruined fast.
THE CHECK AIR BAG WARNING KEEPS COMING ON. WHEN BROUGHT TO DEALER TO FIX THEY SAID IT WAS NOT UNDER RECALL AND IT NEEDS TO BE SINCE OTHERS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE.
THERE IS A OPEN RECALL EFFECTING THIS YEAR & MAKE ALTHOUGH MY VIN SAYS THERE'S NO RECALLS ON MY CTS. I HAD BOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES FAIL WHILE DRIVING. LUCKILY WE DIDN'T WRECK. I'VE SINCE HAD BOTH REPAIRED. CURIOUS AS TO KNOW WHY CAR WAS NOT LISTED WITH OPEN RECALL.
2003 Cadillac CTS questions
Does the 2003 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 Cadillac CTS: Electrical System:Ignition; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual; Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Cadillac CTS?
Based on 313 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (57), Engine And Engine Cooling (42), Exterior Lighting (39).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Cadillac CTS 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.