2005 Cadillac STS Cadillac STS 2005

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2005 Cadillac STS repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (6%)

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2005 Cadillac STS body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (92%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Cadillac STS

Engine not specified

64000 mi also side panel on seat was damaged. part ordered. 

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2005 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

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

41000 mi New interior trim around passenger door frame. Had curled under so that headliner edge was exposed. Covered under warranty 
48000 mi A hole was punctured in driver's leather seat. Leather section was replaced. 

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2005 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

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

51000 mi Replaced driver door weatherstrip. Replaced driver side seat bezel broke. 
39000 mi Squeaky seat Complained of rattle in passenger door. Dealer proudly disassembled, insulated, and reassembled driver door. Passenger door still rattles.  Paint bubbling. Dealer admits it is a defect but body shop is backed up.  
39000 mi Door rattles, passenger side.  Paint bubbles.  Paint peeled off ignition button while in for service.  
40000 mi Replaced a part with cosmetic damage from a previous repair. Seat belt retractor needs parts replaced.  
40000 mi Fixed driver seat belt. Major rattle in dashboard after other in-dash warranty repairs. 
45000 mi Woodgrain bezel around the navigation/radio unit faded at the top center section about 1/2 by 4 inches.. 
46000 mi Right side(passenger) headlight was retaining moisture. 
51000 mi moisture in left front headlight 
51000 mi replaced left front headlight 

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2005 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

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

17000 mi Finish on trim around radio/enviornmentals was flaking. 
55000 mi Driver seat panel cracked. 
63200 mi

US $325
cowling covering underside falling off. 
8000 mi Replace both head light due to lens peeling. 

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2005 Cadillac STS Body Problems

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