2006 Cadillac CTS vs 2008 Cadillac CTS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 269 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 714 | 1,138 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,000 mi | 58,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 87 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 39 |
| Power Train | 45 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 40 | 11 |
| Engine | 28 | 22 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 23 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 5 |
| Stalling | 14 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2006 Cadillac CTS
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.