2013 Cadillac CTS vs 2015 Cadillac CTS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Cadillac CTS | 2015 Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,654 | 1,779 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–21 | 14–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,500 mi | 55,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 13 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 4 |
| Steering | 10 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 7 |
| Suspension | 7 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
2013 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.