Worst 2006 Cadillac Sts Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Cadillac Sts.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 50 | 8 | 2 | 79,526 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 20 | 1 | 3 | 86,032 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 20 | 3 | 2 | 82,102 mi | |
| Fuel System | 18 | — | 3 | 83,547 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 1 | 1 | 60,773 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | 1 | — | 111,500 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | — | 1 | 51,750 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 1 | — | 63,758 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | 1 | 89,833 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | 1 | — | 96,625 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 1 | — | — | — |
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2006 Cadillac Sts. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2006 Cadillac Sts
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~10,005 vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS-V vehicles manufactured October 6, 2003, to March 15, 2007, and 2006-2007 Cadillac STS-V vehicles manufactured June 23, 2005, to March 15, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the electrical terminals of the fuel pump module may overheat resulting in the melting of the flange material.
Other Cadillac Sts Years
2006 Cadillac Sts — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2006 Cadillac Sts reliable?
What are common problems with the 2006 Cadillac Sts?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Cadillac Sts?
How safe is the 2006 Cadillac Sts?
Does the 2006 Cadillac Sts have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2006 Cadillac Sts?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Sts reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
Check Your Specific 2006 Cadillac Sts
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99