2007 Cadillac Cts Problems and Recalls (216 Complaints)
The most-reported problem on the 2007 Cadillac Cts is Airbags (24% of 216 owner reports). There are 6 safety recalls. Check the VIN and inspect Airbags — this is the NHTSA file, not a score.
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Snapshot 2026-09-07 216 complaints · 6 recalls
What problems show up on the 2007 Cadillac Cts?
51 of 216 filings named Airbags (24% of the file). That is what owners wrote, not a shop diagnosis of the vehicle in the driveway.
Second is Brakes (42 reports).
There are 6 official safety recalls on this year. They were filed about Body / frame, Transmission / driveline, Brakes, Airbags, Electrical, and Fuel system. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov — a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific truck.
The 2006 has 267 reports on file; this year has 216. A smaller lifetime total is not a clean bill of health. If you need a fairer comparison, use the equal-time view.
What owners reported
System named most often: Airbags 51 complaints · 23.6% of the file
Crashes, fires, injuries and deaths in those filings:
- Crashes 26
- Fires 6
- Injuries 17
- Deaths 0
NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record Read our complete data methodology →
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
Which systems owners named
Share of owner complaints filed against each vehicle system. These shares are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.
“Unclassified NHTSA leftover” is not a car part. It is a filing bucket and always sits last.
View component data as a table
| System / Component | Complaints | Share of Reports | Safety Reports (Crashes / Fires) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags (AIR BAGS) | 51 | 23.6% | 12 crashes · 0 fires |
| Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES) | 42 | 19.4% | 6 crashes · 0 fires |
| Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) | 26 | 12.0% | 0 crashes · 1 fires |
| Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) | 23 | 10.7% | 2 crashes · 1 fires |
| Engine (ENGINE) | 19 | 8.8% | 0 crashes · 2 fires |
| Steering (STEERING) | 11 | 5.1% | 4 crashes · 0 fires |
| Suspension (SUSPENSION) | 5 | 2.3% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) | 5 | 2.3% | 1 crashes · 0 fires |
| Glass / wipers / cameras (VISIBILITY) | 5 | 2.3% | 0 crashes · 0 fires |
| Unclassified NHTSA leftover | 65 | 30.1% | 7 crashes · 3 fires |
NHTSA Consumer Complaints, NHTSA Safety Recalls, and NHTSA Defect Investigations Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
When reports and recalls showed up
When owners filed reports, and when recall campaigns showed up.
- Campaign 07V589000 was reported 191 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 10V105000 was reported 719 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 10V644000 was reported 1,292 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
- Campaign 14V542000 was reported 785 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
View timeline records as a table
| Date | Record type | Count | Record identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2007-Q2 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2007-Q3 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2007-Q4 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2008-Q1 | Owner reports | 9 | |
| 2008-Q2 | Owner reports | 7 | |
| 2008-Q3 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2008-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2009-Q1 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2009-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2009-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2010-Q1 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2010-Q2 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2010-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2010-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2011-Q1 | Owner reports | 8 | |
| 2011-Q2 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2011-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2011-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2012-Q1 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2012-Q2 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2012-Q3 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2012-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2013-Q2 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2013-Q3 | Owner reports | 7 | |
| 2013-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2014-Q1 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2014-Q2 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2014-Q3 | Owner reports | 11 | |
| 2014-Q4 | Owner reports | 16 | |
| 2015-Q1 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2015-Q2 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2015-Q3 | Owner reports | 10 | |
| 2015-Q4 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2016-Q1 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2016-Q2 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2016-Q3 | Owner reports | 6 | |
| 2016-Q4 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2017-Q1 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2017-Q2 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2018-Q1 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2018-Q2 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2018-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2018-Q4 | Owner reports | 5 | |
| 2019-Q1 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2019-Q2 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2019-Q3 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2019-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2020-Q1 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2020-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2020-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2020-Q4 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2021-Q1 | Owner reports | 3 | |
| 2021-Q2 | Owner reports | 4 | |
| 2021-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2021-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2022-Q3 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2022-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2023-Q1 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2023-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2025-Q3 | Owner reports | 2 | |
| 2025-Q4 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| 2026-Q2 | Owner reports | 1 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 07V468000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 07V589000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 10V105000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 10V644000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 14V394000 | |
| Recall campaign | 1 | 14V542000 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | PE07037 | |
| Defect investigation | 1 | EQ11001 |
Safety Recalls (6)
Official campaigns. Each one says what could go wrong and what the dealer was told to fix.
In short, these campaigns were filed about Body / frame, Transmission / driveline, Brakes, Airbags, Electrical, and Fuel system.
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Recall campaign 07V468000
Body / frame
- Report date
- Component:
- Body / frame (STRUCTURE)
- Consequence:
- THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR POWER OPERATED WINDOW, PARTITION, AND ROOF PANEL SYSTEMS TO MINIMIZE THE LIKELIHOOD OF DEATH OR INJURY FROM THEIR ACCIDENTAL OPERATION.
- Remedy:
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 29, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339.
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Recall campaign 07V589000
Transmission / driveline
- Report date
- Component:
- Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)
- Consequence:
- A REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE MAY CAUSE LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER AND POSSIBLY LOSS OF CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy:
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PINION SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 1, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTTP://WWW.PONTIAC.COM; AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR HTTP://WWW.SATURN.COM.
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Recall campaign 10V105000
Brakes
- Report date
- Component:
- Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)
- Consequence:
- THE BRAKE HOSE-TUBE INTERFACE MAY RUPTURE SUDDENLY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND INCREASE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE MAY OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy:
- DEALERS ARE TO REPLACE BOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
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Recall campaign 10V644000
Airbags
- Report date
- Component:
- Airbags (AIR BAGS)
- Consequence:
- NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH NECESSITATING THAT AIR BAG'S DEPLOYMENT MAY REDUCE PROTECTION OF THE PASSENGER AND INCREASE THE RISK OR SEVERITY OF INJURY TO THEM.
- Remedy:
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT MARCH 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
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Recall campaign 14V394000
Electrical
- Report date
- Component:
- Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM)
- Consequence:
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14172.
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Recall campaign 14V542000
Fuel system
- Report date
- Component:
- Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM)
- Consequence:
- If the flange melts, a hole may be created allowing the fuel pump to leak fuel, causing the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel module and fuel tank jumper harness, free of charge. GM sent out interim notices in late October. The recall began on March 12, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14405.
Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.
What owners actually wrote
Short excerpts from the public NHTSA file. Look for the same symptom repeating.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation · snapshot 2026-09-07
Showing 7 of 216 complaints · page 1 of 9
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Vehicle primarily failed while parked at owner residence [XXX] and remained inoperable for approximately three weeks prior to tow to Cadillac dealership. The ignition key became trapped and could not be removed. A manual override release beneath the driver-side steering column was required to free the key — confirming the lock was held electronically, not mechanically jammed. Fault confirmed by authorized Cadillac dealer: intermittent electrical fault within the shifter assembly lock mechanism. A similar intermittent concern was previously documented on this vehicle in 2011 (logged as "Customer Concern Not Duplicated"), establishing a recurring pattern. GM Technical Service Bulletin 07-07-30-032D (2006–2011 Cadillac CTS, automatic transmission) explicitly documents this exact condition: key sticking, Shift to Park DIC message, shifter binding, and battery drain. OEM replacement part is now discontinued. Manufacturer declined goodwill or recall coverage. Dealer refuses repair unless owner assumes full financial responsibility for a used part with no warranty and no guarantee against recurrence. Safety concern: ignition/shift interlock failure causing vehicle immobilization, key entrapment, and loss of transportation for an elderly owner dependent on the vehicle for medical care. Defect evades shop diagnosis due to intermittency. No safe OEM remedy exists. Prior recall: NHTSA 14V394000 / GM Campaign 14172 addressed same interlock system. Current failure represents recurrence beyond that recall's scope. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owned a 2007 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving 40-43 MPH, a bicyclist suddenly pulled in front of the vehicle. The contact veered away from the bicyclist, causing the vehicle to crash into a utility pole. The utility pole was damaged. The air bags failed to deploy, and the contact hit the chest and head against the steering wheel. The contact immediately went to the hospital and was provided medical assistance. The contact sustained contusions on the chest and on the head, and the contact sustained bruises on the left and right legs. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and totaled by the insurance company. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure was approximately 71,000.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Brakes failed. This happened at low speed and control was kept of the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was seen the flexible brake line connecting the driver's side brake caliper had separated at the point it transitions from rubber to metal. It happened immediately after turning right at a stop light and there was no warning. The design of the transition meant that there was no leak of fluid (warning) until the connection had corroded to the point it lost its strength, failed and completely detached. The local GM dealership was called and they advised there was no recall and would only work on the vehicle for payment, so it was not taken to them. The components were replaced on both sides. Old parts have been kept.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
One day when I went to sit in the front passenger seat a message came on the Driver Information Center displaying, "SERVICE AIR BAG" and then I notice that the indicator light on the dash was displaying the Air Bag warning light, and the rearview mirror was showing that the passenger air bag was off. Without the air bag working I cannot ride in the front seat of the car and due to the fact that if we are in a car accident the air bag will not deploy. The dealer has been able to reproduce this issue several times over the last 13 years. Yes, I have been dealing with this issue since 2012, every time I ask to have the seat diagnosed, they say "No we will not be doing that for you" - [XXX] and [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The service air bag light has been on for several years. I called a few years ago and was told it was a recall and Cadillac would stand by it. It would not expire I took it to the Cadillac place. They would not honor it
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the passenger's side air bag was deactivated while occupied by a passenger. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Complete brake line failure due to corrosion as described in Recall Number 10V105000 / 09149B. Original equipment retained from rear brake line repair for future inspection / litigation. CADILLAC REFUSED TO REPAIR / REPLACE / REIMBURSE FOR BRAKE FAILURE UNDER RECALL BULLETIN 09149B.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems on the 2007 Cadillac Cts?
Owners named Airbags most often — 51 of 216 reports (24%). That is the NHTSA file, not a diagnosis of every vehicle.
Are there recalls for the 2007 Cadillac Cts?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns. They were filed about Body / frame, Transmission / driveline, Brakes, Airbags, Electrical, and Fuel system. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov; a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific vehicle.
What should I inspect before buying a 2007 Cadillac Cts?
Look up the VIN for open recalls. Confirm the airbag light behaves normally and that open airbag recalls are closed. Then skim owner filings for the same symptom and take that list to a mechanic.
Does a high complaint count mean I should skip this year?
No. Counts are reports people chose to file and they are not adjusted for sales volume. YearTell does not publish scores or a list of years to skip. Inspect the vehicle.
Estimated Ownership Cost
EPA fuel economy ratings and annual operating cost estimates
Data: US EPA Fuel Economy Guide · snapshot 2026-08-21
Adjacent Model Years
Immediate preceding and succeeding model year records
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Methodology & Data Integrity
Source: NHTSA ODI / recalls, snapshot 2026-09-07. YearTell is not a government agency.