2005 Cadillac STS Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2005 Cadillac STS has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 101 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 4 fires, 4 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (23 reports).

3Recalls
101Owner complaints
13Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your STS?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2005 Cadillac STS recalls

Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal

Recall 07V589Dec 20, 2007275,936 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear

Recall 06V125Apr 20, 200623,077 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery

Recall 06V020Jan 25, 200617,462 vehicles affected

Most common 2005 Cadillac STS problems

Problem areas named in the 101 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System23
Power Train22
Engine12
Air Bags11
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Seats6
Vehicle Speed Control6
Unknown Or Other5
Exterior Lighting5
Visibility5

What owners report

2025-01-31, Power Train
The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac STS. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact became aware of a fluid leak. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a pinion seal leak on the rear axle. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired because the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,721.
2023-06-12, Air Bags
Airbag light came on last week, and continues to stay on. Have not taken in, as I was just checking for any recalls
2022-01-18, Service Brakes
el carro se bloquea tanto en direccion como en velocidades. pareciera ser que pierde brake fluid and gasoline
2020-05-28, Air Bags
THE SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT IS NOW ON AND I NOTICE NUMEROUS OTHER COMPLAINTS FOR THIS VEHICLE INCLUDING INJURIES. CADILLAC DEALER SAYS THEY WISH TO CHARGE FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND BELIEVE IT IS A SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONER WHICH THEY WOULD NOT COVER. REPAIRS WOULD BE AS MUCH AS VEHICLE VALUE. I NOTICE A RECALL WAS ORDERED FOR VEHICLES ONE OR TWO YEARS NEWER WITH THE EXACT SAME ISSUE. WHY NOT EXTEND TO THIS YEARS SAME VEHICLE MODEL. *TR
2019-09-16, Engine
IT JUST STARTED MAKING A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE, AND IT DOSENT GO NO FASTER THAN 40MPH.

2005 Cadillac STS questions

Does the 2005 Cadillac STS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Cadillac STS: Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal; Suspension:Rear; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Cadillac STS?

Based on 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (23), Power Train (22), Engine (12).

How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Cadillac STS 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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