2008 Cadillac DTS electrical system problems
39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2008 Cadillac DTS — 45% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Alternator Not Charging" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking onto the alternator and exhaust manifold. The alternator…”
filed Aug 12, 2022
“Rear fuse block fuel pump relay shorted out melted fuse block...could catch back seat on fire and very close to gas tank.”
filed Oct 14, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other…Campaign 14V355000 · Jun 23, 2014
- Electrical SystemCampaign 10V240000 · Jun 4, 2010
- Electrical SystemCampaign 08V441000 · Aug 28, 2008
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 25, 2024
Electrical System problems in other DTS years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 DTS | 10 | 45% |
| 2009 DTS | 12 | 34% |
| 2007 DTS | 28 | 29% |
| 2006 DTS | 79 | 31% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Cadillac DTS
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.