2007 Cadillac Dts Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Cadillac Dts.

20062008
Complaints
137
Crashes
10
Fires
6
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2007 Cadillac Dts Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#128 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:101,179 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:3
#213 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:89,975 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
#311 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:53,949 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Cadillac Dts.

Electrical Faults
28
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
3
Avg Miles
101,179
Engine Problems
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
89,975
Headlight/Taillight Failures
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
53,949
Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
66,633
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,158
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
92,286
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,650
Seat-Related Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
165,333
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Interior Lighting
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Cadillac Dts

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,506,801 vehicles.

14V355000Electrical System:ignition
~3,141,731 affected

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

10V240000Electrical System
~1,365,070 affected

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.

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2007 Cadillac Dts — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Cadillac Dts reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2007 Cadillac Dts has 137 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 28 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Cadillac Dts?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (28 complaints, avg 101,179 mi); Engine Problems (13 complaints, avg 89,975 mi); Headlight/Taillight Failures (11 complaints, avg 53,949 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Cadillac Dts?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 88,763 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Cadillac Dts?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Cadillac Dts include 10 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Cadillac Dts have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,506,801 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2007 Cadillac Dts?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Cadillac Dts reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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