Cadillac CTS
Problems and Repair Histories
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Below you'll find Cadillac CTS problem and repair descriptions submitted through the Car Reliability Survey and the Car Repair History Survey that supplements it.
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To measure reliability, TrueDelta calculates a "Successful Repair Trips per 100 Cars per Year" stat. The latest Car Reliability Survey (CRS) results include Cadillac CTS reliability information based on owner experiences through June 30, 2010:
| Successful Repair Trips per Year (per 100 vehicles) | |||||
| Year | Make | Model |
Trips / Year | TS | Cars Mon/Car Av Odo |
| 2009 | Cadillac | CTS |  | 25 6.0 12400 | |
| 2008 | Cadillac | CTS | | 51 8.8 22600 | |
| 2006 | Cadillac | CTS* | 13 6.2 47200 | ||
| 2005 | Cadillac | CTS | | 26 6.6 52000 | |
| 2004 | Cadillac | CTS* | 13 8.5 75200 | ||
| 2003 | Cadillac | CTS* | 21 8.2 72500 | ||
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Details: Cadillac CTS Repair Histories
Odometer readings and repair costs are in local units.
Engines for which repairs have been reported
- 2010 270-horsepower 3.0L V6
- 2009 supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8
- 2009 263-horsepower 3.6L V6
- 2008 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
- 2008 304-horsepower 3.6L V6
- 2007 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
- 2007 255-horsepower 3.6L V6
- 2006 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
- 2005 210-horsepower 2.8L V6
- 2005 400-horsepower 5.7L V8
- 2004 400-horsepower 5.7L V8
- 2003 178-horsepower 2.6L V6
- 2003 220-horsepower 3.2L V6
Note: Repairs could have been reported for other engines, but as a non-member you can only view a maximum of 5 repair histories per model year. To view them all, become a member.
2010 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
270-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Alabama, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | Purchase | |
| Mar | 2010 | 1500 | 0 | loose A-pillar trim, dealer to order replacements and replace |
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2009 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in California, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Nov | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Dec | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | Condensation in headlight assbly would not dry out, so it was replaced. |
| Apr | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | Replaced differential |
| Jun | 2010 | 5000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Ohio, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | Purchase | |
| Nov | 2009 | 7200 | 0 | No repairs |
| Jun | 2010 | 15000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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2009 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac CTS in Connecticut, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Dec | 2008 | 0 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jan | 2010 | 13000 | 0 | The ignition lock would not turn off with the key in it. The lock was jammed. Took it to the local Buick dealership late in the day, they agreed to take it even though they don't sell Cadillacs. They replaced the lock and returned car the next day. |
| Jun | 2010 | 19000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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2009 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in California, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | May | 2010 | 29000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jun | 2010 | 31000 | 347 | vibration in vehilce you can hear it in the cabin (a droning sound) at appox 43MPH to 52MPH,there is a slight vibration in the steering wheel mostly a noise in cabin |
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2009 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
263-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Virginia, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Feb | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Sep | 2009 | 18000 | 0 | Dealer replaced rear brake calipers and pads under TSB warranty to eliminate squeal during stops |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | squealing rear brakes, repaired by replacing pads and caliper bracket per TSB | |
| Jun | 2010 | 26000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Ontario, Canada | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Oct | 2007 | 0 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Feb | 2008 | 7000 | 0 | Mounting of exhaust too close to underbody. Required the brackets to be lowered 1/4". |
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2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
304-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac CTS in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Apr | 2008 | 77 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Apr | 2008 | 77 | 0 | Purchase |
| May | 2008 | 1050 | 0 | No Repairs |
| Sep | 2009 | 17000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Michigan, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Feb | 2008 | 0 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Sep | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Rear window motor was very weak. It felt like it was going to break down soon. They changed the window regulator. |
| Feb | 2009 | 16000 | 0 | Both rear windows were very slow to go up. One would go up an inch every pull of the window button. Finally the window problems were resolved. However, I now have a problem with the stability system light and ABS light coming on, as I brake. |
| Mar | 2009 | 19000 | 0 | The rear windows were really slow to go up, so I took it in and as I demonstrated the problem they failed to go up. When I picked up the car, problem was fixed, but now a couple weeks later windows are slow to go up again. As I brake on a slight turn, the Stability light and ABS light come on, with Service Stability, and Service Brake Assist. Message will go away the next time you turn the car on, but come back as you drive. Happens everytime, but dealer cannot replicate. |
| Apr | 2009 | 20000 | 0 | ABS and Stability light comes on every time. It finally got fixed. Dealer changed wiring and harness for brake system and a wheel speed sensor, as far as I recall. This car is finally problem free (knock on wood), and I can finally enjoy driving it. |
| Jul | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | The Service Engine Light came on. I took it into the dealer, they found it was a timing belt that had stretched. Dealer replaced belt. Successful Repair. |
| Mar | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | Sold. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Connecticut, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Mar | 2008 | 0 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jan | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | Both rear windows did not work, replaced both regulators. |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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| Cadillac CTS in Kansas, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Nov | 2007 | 3000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Feb | 2008 | 6000 | 0 | Wind noise from sunroof. |
| Mar | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Wind noise from sunroof. Successful repair. |
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2007 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Alabama, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 10 | 0 | Faultless for six months and 10,000 miles of VERY vigorous mountain driving! Good work, Caddy; who woulda thunk it.... |
| Aug | 2007 | 13000 | 0 | No repairs to date. |
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2007 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Arkansas, United States | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 1500 | 0 | Replace dead battery. |
| May | 2008 | 2520 | 0 | Replace leaking differential seal, different seal than was replaced during recall. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Ohio, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 4900 | 0 | Pinion Gear Seal recall |
| Jul | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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2006 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Finland | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Feb | 2006 | 0 | Clutch changed | |
| Mar | 2006 | 7000 | 0 | Brake wheels changed |
| May | 2006 | 9000 | 0 | Clutch and gearbox and the entire drivetrain changed again |
| Feb | 2007 | 1000 | 0 | Right mirror changed |
| Apr | 2007 | 8000 | 0 | Right mirror changed again |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | Seat heaters broken. Unable to repair. | |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | Car returned because incredible amount of problems | |
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2006 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Apr | 2010 | 30000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| May | 2010 | 31000 | 187 | deflector broken so I had it replaced |
| Jun | 2010 | 31000 | 187 | replaced broken deflector under front end |
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| Cadillac CTS in Quebec, Canada | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Dec | 2009 | 72000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jan | 2010 | 73000 | 0 | Timing chain. Right heated mirror replaced, did not heat. |
| Mar | 2010 | 74000 | 0 | Front brake hose fitting and assemblies. |
| Jun | 2010 | 78000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Ontario, Canada | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 77150 | 0 | I test drove this 2006 CTS this morning and liked the way it handled so I bought it. I never bought a car this old before. We'll see how it goes. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 14000 | 0 | faulty passenger airbag sensor (covered by warranty) |
| Jan | 2008 | 19000 | 0 | car wouldn't start -- replaced faulty ECM (covered by warranty) |
| Feb | 2008 | 20600 | 0 | car wouldn't start -- recurrence of earlier problem. revised diagnosis: short in battery. replaced battery. |
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2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
210-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Ontario, Canada | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 14000 | 0 | Radio failed, no radio, no onStar, unable to shut it off or change display. Radio replaced at dealership under warranty |
| Mar | 2007 | 19000 | 0 | Radio failed again on trip. No radio, onStar, or ability to change display. Radio replaced again under warranty at dealer. |
| Oct | 2008 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
400-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Michigan, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Dec | 2007 | 36000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Apr | 2010 | 140 | Pinion seal had slight leak. It was like that for over one year, and I finally found time to take it in. | |
| Jun | 2010 | 50000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Dec | 2006 | 31000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jun | 2009 | 38000 | 100 | Brake line, excellent service, excellent tech, Vera Cadillac in Pembroke Pines, FL is the best!!! |
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| Cadillac CTS in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Jul | 2008 | 53000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Sep | 2009 | 84000 | 400 | Broken spring valve |
| Oct | 2009 | 3000 | Oil pump failed. | |
| Feb | 2010 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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| Cadillac CTS in Kansas, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Feb | 2008 | 29000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Apr | 2008 | 31000 | 600 | Oil temperature sensor wiring. |
| Mar | 2010 | 47477 | 0 | Rear-end Pinon Seal replaced Rear-end Axle Seals replaced Replaced Power Steering Pump replaced rear sway bar |
| Jun | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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2004 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
400-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Sep | 2007 | 35000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Apr | 2008 | 38000 | 200 | Defective door panel. |
| Jun | 2008 | 40000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Illinois, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Nov | 2006 | 16000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jun | 2009 | 23000 | 89 | worn rubber bushing |
| Jun | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Virginia, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 36000 | 0 | Replace Front Right Shock |
| Mar | 2007 | 40000 | 0 | Replace Armrest |
| Jul | 2007 | 45000 | 0 | Replace Engine Mounts |
| Oct | 2007 | 50000 | 0 | Tighten Rear Cradle Bolts |
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| Cadillac CTS in California, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 8500 | 0 | Rear Differential |
| Aug | 2007 | 17000 | 0 | Brake Master Cylinder Resivor (leaking) |
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| Cadillac CTS in New Jersey, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Mar | 2007 | 37000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Apr | 2007 | 38000 | 1800 | |
| Aug | 2007 | 41000 | 119 | alternator was replaced because battery was not charging |
| Apr | 2008 | 46000 | 0 | |
| Mar | 2009 | 54000 | 2000 | Subrame broke, replaced. |
| Apr | 2009 | 54000 | 2500 | Transmission replaced. |
| Nov | 2009 | 59000 | 0 | Sold. |
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
178-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Moscow City, Russia | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Oct | 2008 | 60000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Dec | 2008 | 63000 | 1200 | Fire under the hood while driving. Oil leak from head gasket detected. Had to replace head gaskets, the cover, burned wires and vacuum hose. Waited 3 weeks for parts to arrive. |
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
220-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in California, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Jun | 2008 | 44000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Jul | 2008 | 45000 | 0 | Crankcase sensor went out. Lens on rear deck covering backup lights and around license plate came off in car wash. Broken, over $400.00 to replace. |
| Sep | 2009 | 61295 | 625 | Electronic Control Module |
| Jun | 2010 | 64000 | 5100 | Blown water line. Had a major replacement of all rubber under the hood: timing belt, water pump, all hoses, valve cover gaskets. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Michigan, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Apr | 2008 | 64000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Nov | 2009 | 79000 | 6750 | replaced master cylinder |
| Dec | 2009 | 79000 | 800 | replaced 6cd player, player only clicked would not play. dealer replaced with refurbished unit. |
| Apr | 2010 | 83000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in Ontario, Canada | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Apr | 2008 | 114000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| May | 2008 | 115000 | 200 | Cranking signal for security system, electronic piggy-back harness ordered and to be installed this week. Also small oil leak,rocker cover gasket needed to be replaced and ordered, also warrenty. |
| Jun | 2008 | 116000 | 100 | Returning security system errors after harness installed. I read the codes and it appears to have a communication error that may be caused by a power loss, it is currently working after the dealership cleared the error codes, however I expect same issue |
| Jul | 2008 | 120000 | 100 | Trunk bezel fell off,attempting to get it replaced for free 05+. this was not a suprise I have been expecting it to fall off and smash, 04.5+ much better design of bezel,03 discontinued. Found used temp replacement for $100. not a big deal. love this car! |
| Oct | 2008 | 127000 | 60 | Crank position sensor, cheap repair,common prob wit 3.2L,car wouldnt start,key stays turned to start by itslef then gives up,several attempts,let sit for 1hr car started and drove it home, next day drove to the shop and had it repaired |
| Mar | 2009 | 130000 | 500 | Thermostat Steering position sensor. |
| Sep | 2009 | 140000 | 1200 | Tranny cooler lines, rad, full tranny service filter and fluid. Lines broke off radiator. |
| Mar | 2010 | 145000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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| Cadillac CTS in New Mexico, United States | ||||
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| Month | Year | Odo | Cost | Description | Nov | 2007 | 54000 | 0 | First odometer entry. |
| Feb | 2010 | 2160 | Oil leak from valve covers. Replaced gaskets. Coolant leak from water pump area. Replaced water pump. | |
| Jun | 2010 | 73000 | 0 | Most recent odometer entry. |
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Important: Most cars for which no repairs have been reported are not shown to make it easy to find those with repair information. So these repair histories should not be used to infer reliability. Instead, they provide an idea of the the problems and repairs Cadillac CTS owners have been experiencing,
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