2004 Cadillac V-Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 24, 2008 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other V-Series years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Cadillac V-Series. That is the most of any V-Series model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 8,750 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2004 Cadillac V-Series problems

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

Power Train1 · ~8,750 mi
Steering1 · ~37,723 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train150%8,750——
Steering150%37,723——

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

2004 Cadillac V-Series recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Cadillac V-Series.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

While driving at about 30 mph through a left to right s-curve the power steering assist failed for several seconds. When parking the car a few minutes later the power assist failed again and was accompanied by loud chattering sound. Approximately 8 hours later i drove the car again. A continuous…

Steering · received Apr 24, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10225656

The rear differential in my 2004 cadillac cts-v failed(exploded). My opinion is that the rear differential was not properly engineered to handle the power of the cts-v. It is my understanding that it is the same rear differential that is in the 6 cylinder cts model. The cts-v has 400 hp and 395…

Power Train · received Feb 8, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10217434

Other Cadillac V-Series years

2006 V-Series →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 V-Series10
2006 V-Series20
200420

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Cadillac V-Series?

Owners most often report power train, steering problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Cadillac V-Series?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Cadillac V-Series a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V-Series model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.