2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 2 CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 250 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | 250 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 33% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 33% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 30,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 33% | 27,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid recalls (2)
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Seat belts:rear/other
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.
Child seat:latch strap; seats:mid/rear assembly
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk: If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 18228.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My engine light is on and this is the 15th time i have bought my car in for various engine problems like engine power reduced and other problems with this car. The car would just stop in the middle of the ride or jerking as i drive it. I have been on the highway when it has stalled before as i…
Loss of all vehicle power while traveling on the freeway at highway speeds. Vehicle check engine, power limited, and electric motor overheat warning lights come on. The combustion engine will not start, and battery power availability goes to zero. This is very dangerous to public health and safety…
Right after purchase, the nav screen kept flickering, causing a distracted driver situation and a hazard. The dealer did everything they could per gm guidelines, but even after the 1st service visit, the car would shut down in drive mode, as the vehicle was in motion. Then the vehicle would not…
Other Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid | 9 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Cadillac CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CT6 Plug-IN Hybrid model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.