2010 Cadillac CTS vs 2012 Cadillac CTS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 67 | 65 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,445 | 1,553 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 14–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,000 mi | 47,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 16 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 10 |
| Engine | 10 | 6 |
| Power Train | 9 | 4 |
| Structure | 8 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 7 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 |
2010 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.