Worst 2016 Cadillac Cts Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Cadillac Cts.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | 1 | 20,010 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | — | — | 48,367 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Handle:Interior | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Cadillac Cts
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~80,573 vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.
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2016 Cadillac Cts — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Cadillac Cts reliable?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Cts reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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