Cadillac CT5 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 110 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Cadillac CT5, across 7 model years (2020–2026). The 2020 model year has the most complaints (39). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Cadillac CT5 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical CT5 year: 2020, 2021. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2020 CT5: 39 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2021 CT5: 29 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2023 CT5: 13 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Cadillac CT5 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 6 | 2 |
| Power Train | 25 | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 | 5 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Cadillac CT5 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 CT5 | 6 | 1 | 5★ | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2025 CT5 | 10 | 0 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2024 CT5 | 2 | 0 | 5★ | Air Bags | |
| 2023 CT5 | 13 | 1 | 5★ | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2022 CT5 | 11 | 2 | 5★ | Structure | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2021 CT5 | 29 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 CT5 | 39 | 4 | 5★ | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac CT5 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2020 (39), 2021 (29) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical CT5 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Cadillac CT5?
Electrical System, with 25 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Cadillac CT5 have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.