2008 Cadillac Dts Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Cadillac Dts.

20072009
Complaints
121
Crashes
10
Fires
9
Injuries
11
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2008 Cadillac Dts Problems

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

#134 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:85,835 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:4
#214 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:88,231 mi
Fires:1
#38 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:90,194 mi
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Cadillac Dts.

Electrical Faults
34
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
4
Avg Miles
85,835
Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
88,231
Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
90,194
Airbags
5
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
113,910
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
48,071
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheels:Rim
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2008 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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2008 Cadillac Dts — FAQ

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

Is the 2008 Cadillac Dts reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Cadillac Dts has 121 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 34 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Cadillac Dts?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (34 complaints, avg 85,835 mi); Engine Problems (14 complaints, avg 88,231 mi); Fuel System (8 complaints, avg 90,194 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 2008 Cadillac Dts?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 86,138 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Cadillac Dts?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Cadillac Dts include 10 crash-related reports, 9 fire reports, 11 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 2008 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 2008 Cadillac Dts?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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