2003 Cadillac CTS vs 2004 Cadillac CTS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 313 | 224 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 505 | 566 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,319 mi | 53,376 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 56 | 34 |
| Power Train | 25 | 52 |
| Air Bags | 36 | 26 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 38 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 37 | 7 |
| Steering | 28 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 21 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 36 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 5 | 0 |
2003 Cadillac CTS
2004 Cadillac CTS
Compare all Cadillac CTS vs Cadillac CTS years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.