CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Cadillac CTS has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (9 reports).
2017 Cadillac CTS recalls
Power Steering May Fail, Making Steering Harder
Certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, 2017-2018 Chevrolet Camaro, and 2017 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles may have an electric power steering assist system that can fail.
Steering may suddenly need more effort, raising crash risk
The electric power steering assist system in these vehicles may fail.
Most common 2017 Cadillac CTS problems
Problem areas named in the 27 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Wheels | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The service power steering message was displayed. The failure had occurred while the contact was in the middle of traffic. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
The airbag warning light appeared 45 days ago. I immediately took my 2017 Cadillac to the dealer (Sewell Cadillac of Houston). The vehicle is covered under a Sewell Extended warranty until 2028. The dealer performed troubleshooting and determined that the passenger seat sensors/module (part # 84567224 ) was defective. The Inspector for the Sewell Extended warranty confirmed that the replacement was covered by the warranty. The dealer advised after 30 days (completing other services- Brakes/rotors/front tires/spark plugs & wires etc) that the part # was âBack-orderedâ and Sewell did not know when the part would be available, if ever. The consequence explained that the passenger seat whic
The power steering went out on the vehicle. I was not driving at the time. There was a recall on these vehicles pertaining to the EPS module.
I purchased this vehicle is certified preowned Cadillac and during the warranty time I had a transmission issue that was causing the transmission to jerk when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and at highway speeds, it would start jerking nonstop. I took it to the dealer and as per a service bulletin, they flushed the transmission fluid and replaced the transmission fluid. This was only a temporary fix because 30,000 miles later the same issues started occurring again and have gotten worse to the point that you can smell the transmission clutches burning and the transmission overheating, possibly causing the number four piston rings to come apart, resulting in an engine replacement as well. Iâ
The Cadillac CUE screen cracks and becomes unresponsive. When driving this is effecting anything related to system including navigation, radio, hvac, phone and all other functions creating a distraction to the driver that could lead to an accident. This is not the first time that this has happened to me and Iâve noticed that each time the issue is created is during hot days in southern states. This has never happened during the winter. This is my 2nd Cadillac in a row that has had this problem repeatedly. Happens every 2 to 3 years. This might not seem like an issue but it poses a major safety hazard to all people in vehicles around them and an immediate recall and investigation should be
2017 Cadillac CTS questions
Does the 2017 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Cadillac CTS: Power Steering May Fail, Making Steering Harder; Steering may suddenly need more effort, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Cadillac CTS?
Based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (9), Steering (8), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.