2006 Cadillac CTS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Cadillac CTS has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 269 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 2 fires, 13 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (97 reports).

6Recalls
269Owner complaints
23Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2006 Cadillac CTS recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 14V542Sep 9, 201410,005 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Ignition

Recall 14V394Jul 2, 2014554,328 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

Recall 10V644Dec 17, 201095,927 vehicles affected

Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal

Recall 07V589Dec 20, 2007275,936 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery

Recall 06V020Jan 25, 200617,462 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Cadillac CTS problems

Problem areas named in the 269 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags97
Power Train50
Electrical System46
Service Brakes40
Engine28
Service Brakes, Hydraulic14
Vehicle Speed Control10
Suspension10
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Exterior Lighting7

What owners report

2026-06-01, Service Brakes
Engine burns 1quart of oil, 100 miles. Brakes went to floor, brake lines had holes at 69,000 miles. Driver rear axel leaks. 2006 Cadillac CTS is a lemon!! Money Pit !!!
2026-04-04, Air Bags
The air bad light on passenger side and on the review mirror it passenger airbag bag off that a safety issue it won’t work if in a accident need to be recalled
2025-05-28, Engine
The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving with the cruise control set to 75 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering, and the engine was misfiring. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the computer was not communicating with the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the computer had malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was called but the phone disconnected. The failure mileage was approximately 181,475.
2024-09-05, Suspension
Driving out of a driveway with a slight slope, my traction engaged. It has done this 3-4 times in perfect driving weather and I had not swerved or experienced any issue prior to the light illuminated "TRACTION ENGAGED". It is pretty noisy under my car as well and the ride is not smooth and rather bumpy. It has engaged just backing up in a parking lot.
2024-04-19, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated when the vehicle was started with the key in the ignition, it was difficult to shift from park(P) to reverse(R). The contact stated that once she was able to reverse the vehicle onto the roadway, it was difficult to shift the vehicle into drive(D). The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and was able to shift into drive(D). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and turned the vehicle off. While attempting to start the vehicle, it was difficult turning the ignition key. The contact stated that she was unable to r

2006 Cadillac CTS questions

Does the 2006 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2006 Cadillac CTS: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Electrical System:Ignition; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Cadillac CTS?

Based on 269 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (97), Power Train (50), Electrical System (46).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 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.

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