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2008 Cadillac STS repairs by problem area

Engine (0%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (29%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (29%)

Other (14%)

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2008 Cadillac STS repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 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

Cadillac STS in New York, United States
- Jul 2011
Jul 2011

80 mi
Key FOB replaced 

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2008 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

302-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Cadillac STS in Michigan, United States
- Mar 2008
Mar 2008

6000 mi
Had the dealer replace the driver exterior door handle, because it would not recognize the keyless fob to unlock the doors from the driver door. Covered by warranty. 
Cadillac STS in Virginia, United States
- May 2008
May 2008

9200 mi
rear end pinion seal. repaired under warrante 

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2008 Cadillac STS 4dr Sedan

302-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Cadillac STS in Ohio, United States
- Mar 2013
Dec 2011

60500 mi

US $130
Remote start had an error code and would not work. System reset and is now operational. 
Feb 2013

95000 mi

US $195
Reprogram computer as remote start not operating. 
Mar 2013

105000 mi

US $1835
Replace wheel bearing right rear wheel along with considerable maintenance work for 100K maintenance. 
Cadillac STS in Rhode Island, United States
- Oct 2009
Oct 2009

5000 mi
Water in trunk. Trunk had to be sealed in corners. 

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