2009 Cadillac DTS electrical system problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2009 Cadillac DTS — 34% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2009 Cadillac DTS. The contact was driving at 55mph on the highway and the vehicle slowed down independently and the screens went blank. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was shut off but would not restart. The contact called the police and the…”
filed Feb 23, 2022
“Cant bring driver or passenger seats up or down resulting in uncomfortable driving position in drive, neutral, park, all gears. Distance sensors malfunction frequently when going into reverse.”
filed Oct 2, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other…Campaign 14V355000 · Jun 23, 2014
- Electrical SystemCampaign 10V240000 · Jun 4, 2010
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 25, 2024
Electrical System problems in other DTS years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 DTS | 10 | 45% |
| 2008 DTS | 39 | 45% |
| 2007 DTS | 28 | 29% |
| 2006 DTS | 79 | 31% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Cadillac DTS
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.