2015 Cadillac CTS vs 2016 Cadillac CTS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Cadillac CTS | 2016 Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 47 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,779 | 1,575 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–24 | 19–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,750 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 19 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 10 |
| Suspension | 5 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 4 |
| Steering | 4 | 4 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 0 |
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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.