2004 Cadillac CTS Cadillac CTS 2004

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2004 Cadillac CTS repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (8%)

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2004 Cadillac CTS body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (90%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan

400-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

40000 mi Replace Armrest 

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2004 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

65000 mi Air bag cover on the rear driver side fell off. 
86000 mi

US $700
Taillight lens fell off. Replacement not available 
75000 mi missing several clips that hold a plastic deflector in front of rear passenger wheel well; dealer replaced the clips and re-attached the part 
36000 mi Dealer replaced headlight lens, due to peeling. 
79000 mi Water in driver door. Drains in door cleaned. 
16900 mi Moisture leak to bezel surrounding rear licence plate-replaced by dealer at no charge 
18000 mi Moisture leak around back up lamp lense seals 
22500 mi Small area of clearcoat finish peeled away from basecoat on rear bumper cover. Dealer r&r cover and refinished same. No charge-covered by Cadillac warranty 
26000 mi Right rocker panel trim loose-repaired-warranty 

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2004 Cadillac CTS Body Problems

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