2012 Cadillac CTS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2012 Cadillac CTS recalls

Most common 2012 Cadillac CTS problems

Problem areas named in the 65 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	10
Exterior Lighting	10
Service Brakes	7
Suspension	7
Engine	6
Vehicle Speed Control	6
Air Bags	6
Structure	5
Unknown Or Other	5
Steering	4

What owners report

2026-01-14, Suspension
Front subframe crack around lower control arm bushing area. Common problem that’s going to end up killing someone when it completely separates

2025-01-11, Air Bags
"service air bag" light is illuminated. Deal states the replacement part is out of production. Apparently, this is a relative common problem with this vehicle. The illumination of the warning light indicates the air bag system is not working.

2024-09-18, Suspension
A combination of the lower control arm alignment adjustment bolt, it is just a slot and standard bolt. The alignment becomes loose over time and begins to work side to side in the slot, so retightening the bolt is the only solution to keep it from moving. The main issue is the subframe being made from aluminum and the machined slots for the lower arms, the "ears" for the lower arms are not machined or reenforced correctly which lead to severe fatigue cracks in the machined radius of the subframe. These cracks will cause the lower control arm to break free of the mounts and causing the front suspension to shift to the left or right and causing a crash. All it will take to break them off is a

2023-06-03, Service Brakes
There have been a collection of other Vin numbers for this year make and model for the symptoms I have been experiencing since taking ownership in 2019. The vehicle will stall while running and randomly disable ALL WHEEL drive, Traction Control, ABS, and send Check engine light on causing me amdy son on infinite number of times to almost be hit In the middle of amd intersection, after a stop sign at low speeds, upon turning the wheels into or put of driveway, parking spaces and worst off at 60 mph on a freeway. This has resulted in multiple near accidents as the vehicle randomly disables itself. It occurs mostly after pressing the brakes to shift gears and almost always causes the vehic

2023-05-11, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and the AWD inadvertently deactivated, causing the vehicle to lose motive power. The service brake assist, check engine, traction control, ABS, and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to two independent mechanics; however, no failure was found. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V536000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the VI

2012 Cadillac CTS questions

Does the 2012 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 Cadillac CTS: Electrical System:Ignition; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Cadillac CTS?

Based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (10), Exterior Lighting (10), Service Brakes (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.