2018 Cadillac CT6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2026 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other CT6 years
Not enough data 5th of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Cadillac CT6. That ranks 5th out of 5 CT6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 33%), typically at around 22,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Cadillac CT6
Cadillac CT6 II. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: JustAnotherCarDesigner, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2018 Cadillac CT6 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine3 · ~22,000 mi
Power Train3 · ~22,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~22,000 mi
Steering2 · ~35,500 mi
Exterior Lighting1
Forward Collision Avoidance1 · ~35,500 mi
Lane Departure1 · ~35,500 mi
Service Brakes1
Structure1
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine333%22,000——
Power Train333%22,000——
Fuel/propulsion System222%22,000——
Steering222%35,500——
Exterior Lighting111%———
Forward Collision Avoidance111%35,500——
Lane Departure111%35,500——
Service Brakes111%———
Structure111%———
Suspension111%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 3 complaints
2021: 2202122023: 2202322024: 1202412025: 1202512026: 320263

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2018 Cadillac CT6 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 Cadillac CT6.

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.

During refueling the gas station pumping nozzle would shut off indicating a full gasoline fuel tank; but, the dash board fuel gage indicated the fuel was not full. Had to dribble in fuel to fill. Dealer Mechanic found: Crash roll over gasoline vent safety valve was stuck in the crashed roll over…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Aug 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11755393

When vehicle was purchased new there was a slight bearing wear noise at the front driver side, which grew louder with years. Noise synchronized with tire rolling rpm. Replacing (my self) front trans axle, the brake pads, shaving rotors, & wheel hub bearing did not fix noise. Next; Dealer shop…

Power Train · received Aug 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11755395

Stuck Thermostat. Vehicle not achieving operating temperature in the correct time. ALL 3 of the people I know with CT-6's had the exact same issue this year.

Engine · received Jun 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11745961

Front differential case ripped in half and separated from the ring gear. The broken chunk of differential case and pinion was still attached to the driveshaft while coming to an abrupt stop. Damage done within driveshaft tunnel. No warning, no vibration, no cause for concern, just catastrophic…

Power Train · received Dec 26, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11707182

Yes my car was sold to me with structural damages, and I was told any of this when I purchased it!!!!

Structure · received Feb 15, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11572148

Other Cadillac CT6 years

← 2017 CT6 · 2019 CT6 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2020 CT6112
2019 CT6174
201890
2017 CT6171
2016 CT6113

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Cadillac CT6?

Owners most often report engine, power train, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2018 Cadillac CT6?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2018 Cadillac CT6 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other CT6 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.