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Year Make/Model Repair Trips Per 100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year    
2014 Cadillac ATS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 ATSs, 9.2 months of data per ATS, average 31000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2013 Cadillac ATS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 ATSs, 8.0 months of data per ATS, average 42600 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2014 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  23 CTSs, 10.1 months of data per CTS, average 36600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 CTSs, 8.6 months of data per CTS, average 52500 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2011 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  14 CTSs, 9.3 months of data per CTS, average 63000 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2010 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 CTSs, 8.6 months of data per CTS, average 96600 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2009 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  10 CTSs, 8.5 months of data per CTS, average 75800 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2008 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 CTSs, 10.0 months of data per CTS, average 95400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2005 Cadillac CTS   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  11 CTSs, 7.5 months of data per CTS, average 115700 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2013 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  20 Escalades, 9.1 months of data per Escalade, average 78900 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2012 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 Escalades, 9.9 months of data per Escalade, average 75000 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2011 Cadillac Escalade 35
22.049689440994% 22.049689440994% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  25 Escalades, 9.6 months of data per Escalade, average 81400 miles
2010 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 Escalades, 11.4 months of data per Escalade, average 92600 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2009 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  12 Escalades, 9.6 months of data per Escalade, average 144400 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2008 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  21 Escalades, 8.0 months of data per Escalade, average 127700 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2007 Cadillac Escalade 94
65.207373271889% 65.207373271889% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  40 Escalades, 9.6 months of data per Escalade, average 132900 miles

Redesigned for this model year.
2006 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 Escalades, 9.5 months of data per Escalade, average 152500 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2005 Cadillac Escalade 116
82.142857142857% 82.142857142857% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  30 Escalades, 10.7 months of data per Escalade, average 143900 miles

The 2005 has had a high higher repair frequency for over a year. Unclear why.
2004 Cadillac Escalade 66
34.861407249467% 34.861407249467% Fewest Trips Most Trips
see reported repairs
  38 Escalades, 9.6 months of data per Escalade, average 181900 miles
2003 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  20 Escalades, 9.8 months of data per Escalade, average 166200 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2002 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  21 Escalades, 9.6 months of data per Escalade, average 159800 miles

* Small sample, members only.
2001 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  15 Escalades, 8.8 months of data per Escalade, average 193500 miles

* Small sample, members only.
1999 Cadillac Escalade   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  13 Escalades, 9.5 months of data per Escalade, average 186100 miles

* Very small sample, members only.
2012 Cadillac SRX   small sample, members only   see reported repairs
  16 SRXs, 10.6 months of data per SRX, average 68300 miles

* Small sample, members only.

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Cadillac Reliability

You won't find Cadillac reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots. So you can tell how much the Cadillac truly differs from competing car models in reliability.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Cadillac reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Cadillac was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Cadillac has been recently.

What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Cadillac

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability and Durability of the Cadillac

Cadillac Reliability and Durability: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
No repairs or issues at all see full Cadillac review
2006 4dr Sedan 320-horsepower 4.6L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The car has very few problems. The Northstar engine is built like a trouble-free tank. The few problems it may have in the future, all cars have them, so its not a deal maker or breaker. see full Cadillac review
2005 4dr Sedan 320-horsepower 4.6L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Less trips to the dealer to fix problems. see full Cadillac review
2005 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Only minor problems quickly fixed via warranty. see full Cadillac review
2004 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Better than the germans. see full Cadillac review
2004 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Needed very little in the first 40k other then just oil and filters. see full Cadillac review
2003 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
This car has been very reliable. I have never had any problems with it - none at all. It is still even on its original brake pads and rotors! Cadillac builds quality and reliability. see full Cadillac review
Cadillac Reliability and Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 4.6L V8
4-speed automatic FWD
At 30,000 miles, I have had zero, zilch, nada problems with this car. Knock wood. see full Cadillac review
2008 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Consumer Reports indicates that reliability for this model is questionable. Afraid to take the plunge for more money and less features than the Lexus. see full Cadillac review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Many problems reported in early models, especially with V6. see full Cadillac review
2007 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Having changed timing chain and sensors already see full Cadillac review
2007 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Hands down the reliability of the SRX is terrible. I've often wondered what I got myself into buying it. Parts are expensive and typical of GM, nearly impossible to replace yourself. Wheel bearing gone? Well you're replacing the enture hub, not just the bearing. see full Cadillac review
2007 4dr Sedan 320-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Too many trips to the dealer. Love the look and ride. Just wish it was put together better. For $62k, I expected a lot better. see full Cadillac review
2007 4dr SUV 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Many problems with the vehicle within ONLY THE FIRST YEAR OF OWNERSHIP. Front passenger side suspension failed twice, air leveling system has problems. Rough idling of engine. see full Cadillac review
2006 4dr Sedan 254-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Had to lemon law it after less than 2 years. Car had a lot of mechanical problems. see full Cadillac review
2006 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Replaced water pump, rt front strut and upper strut mount at 24,000 miles. Car always idled rough. see full Cadillac review
2006 4dr Sedan 275-horsepower 4.6L V8
4-speed automatic FWD
Northstar. Headgaskets may no longer be a problem but oil leaks can still occur. see full Cadillac review