2009 Cadillac CTS vs 2010 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 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 167 | 67 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,248 | 1,445 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,300 mi | 56,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 49 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 16 |
| Power Train | 28 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 16 |
| Steering | 12 | 5 |
| Structure | 9 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 23 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
2009 Cadillac CTS
2010 Cadillac CTS
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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.