2005 Cadillac CTS-V recalls and problems

The 2005 Cadillac CTS-V has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Cadillac CTS-V vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Cadillac CTS-V recalls

Recall 15V-225: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Apr 15, 2015 · 4,907 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 Cadillac CTS-V vehicles manufactured between September 6, 2003, and June 11, 2007, currently registered, or originally sold, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may corrode the front brake hose fitting at the caliper.

Risk: Corrosion may cause the brake system to leak which could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front brake hose assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15149. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 10V-105.

2005 Cadillac CTS-V problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	2
Suspension	2
Electrical System	2
Wheels	2
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Air Bags	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 83,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Cadillac CTS-V complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Feb 12, 2018

I got into the car put key into ignition it would not start the key is stuck inside ignition I put a new battery in also a new stater relay fuse the car started I drove it over the weekend with know problem today while driving car stopped scared me really bad I tried to start it and the car did the same thing would not start and the key were stuck again I was on the city streets

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 3, 2017

Just purchased car on 8/29. Car has several serious defects mechanic check.transmission is dragging while in motion upclimb. Im motion, vehicle shakes and can not steer. There are also several open recalls on the vehicle that I was not aware of at time of purchase.

Air Bags · at 115,000 miles · reported Mar 15, 2017

Passenger airbag occupant sensor/module is faulty. After a while, the mat kinks, bends, or folds. Due to this it loses connection and triggers a "service airbag soon", disabling the airbag system until the problem is fixed. This is the same problem as in NHTSA recall #10v644000, but for some reason my car is not covered. It requires replacement with the same GM part number (19124390).

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 161,322 miles · reported Aug 8, 2016

Vehicle cut off on railroad track while I was crossing it,. It would not start, key stuck in ignition switch and I could put the vehicle in park, front wheels shake while driving in the city, while traveling on open highway I hit a bump and the vehicle jumped out of cruise control and stops. I had it fixed by edenton motors in north carolina. There is recall on cadillacs, but not on our 2005 cadillac cts..

Suspension · at 83,000 miles · reported Jul 1, 2016

This is the second complaint re motor mount ( Reference no. 10732081). 6/23/2015 replaced left side motor mount due to clunking on acceleration. On 6/28/2016 I took the car to the repair facility for the clunking, not thinking it could possibly be a motor mount problem again. I have spent $1006.63 to repair a problem I have never heard of. I have seen the torn mounts.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V: 15V-225 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Cadillac CTS-V?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by suspension (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 83,000 miles.

Are Cadillac recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.