2008 Cadillac CTS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2008 Cadillac CTS recalls

Most common 2008 Cadillac CTS problems

Problem areas named in the 175 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	39
Fuel/Propulsion System	23
Engine	22
Power Train	21
Unknown Or Other	17
Structure	15
Vehicle Speed Control	14
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	13
Steering	13
Air Bags	12

What owners report

2026-06-04, Air Bags
Me and my husband were visiting my brother in Vienna, Maryland and we were packing up to leave to go visit my mom and the surrounding area where we live and then go home. After my husband got everything in the car as well as the kids and my dog we were both getting in the car he had gotten in prior to me and shut the door and all of the SRS airbags went off while the car was in park. There were no warning messages on the dashboard. There is no damage to the outside of the car. I had put my claim through my insurance company, and they deemed it mechanical failure.

2025-06-28, Unknown Or Other
I haven't had a problem with my car and my truck. But my main concern is the LED and laser headlights almost every new car and truck that comes equipped with them. Even the aftermarket replacement bulbs and light assemblies, they are way too bright at night. Blindly bright. I have to put my hand in front of my eyes and face to reduce the amount of glare. I feel like these headlights can be a safety hazard to drivers at night.

2025-05-29, Electrical System
The recall performed on this vehicle were not performed. They played a [XXX] man made him get aThe recall performed on this vehicle we’re not performed. They played a [XXX] man made him get a timing chain for Morris Cadillac. I have several receipts from the vehicle being serviced because of the faulty windshield washer heater system that was supposed to be disabled caused an electrical short in the vehicle because it was not properly sealed water got in the wires and caused the computer to be fried this happened before the car still only has 67,000 miles and they won’t even take it in. The car stopped in the middle of the road almost killing everybody. I’ve had several technicians e

2025-01-28, Electrical System
Vehicle Purchase Statement – Top Tier Auto I, [XXX] , purchased a vehicle from Top Tier Auto on [XXX]. The vehicle details are as follows: VIN: [XXX] Warranty: 30-day coverage for the transmission and engine After owning the vehicle for only 15 minutes, I entered the freeway, and the car began to shake violently. Shortly after, a gentleman driving behind me alerted me that sparks and fire were falling from beneath the car. I immediately pulled over, just before the engine burst into flames. The Columbus Police Department responded to the scene and had to extinguish the fire. This incident occurred within minutes of purchasing the vehicle, despite the supposed 30-day warranty covering t

2024-08-22, Air Bags
Airbags did not deploy in a massive front end collision. That failure caused me physical injury which possibly would not have occurred had the airbags deployed. I don’t know how many 2008 Cadillac CTS are on the road at this time but feel it is an important enough matter that should be investígated. This was never recalled. Thank you, [XXX] , [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2008 Cadillac CTS questions

Does the 2008 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Cadillac CTS: Electrical System:Ignition; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Cadillac CTS?

Based on 175 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (39), Fuel/Propulsion System (23), Engine (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.