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Cadillac STS repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 216 repairs.
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Cadillac STS other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (73%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

320-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

80 mi Key FOB replaced 

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2007 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

320-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

15018 mi

US $40
State inspection/smog test 
22134 mi

US $103
Oil change 

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2006 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

supercharged 469hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

85000 mi

US $800
splash shield broke and had to be replaced 

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2006 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

320-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

66000 mi Replaced motor and transmission mounts 

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2006 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

254-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

60000 mi

US $100
Glovebox lock replaced. New fob batteries installed. 

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2005 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

320-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

39000 mi Tire leaking air. Leak not due to tire -- in valve stem or wheel.  Seat belt not retracting. 
39000 mi Seat belt retractor not retracting.  
44000 mi Replaced seat belt pretensioner. 
49000 mi Ashtray was stuck open and would not close Replaced ashtray after ordering. 

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2005 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

8000 mi Replace windshield due to delamanation.  
9000 mi When windshield was replaced, wipers was installed on wrong side. 

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Cadillac STS Other Problems

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