2015 Cadillac CTS recalls and problems

The 2015 Cadillac CTS has 3 safety recalls and 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2015 Cadillac CTS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Cadillac CTS recalls

Recall 26V-329: Air Bags

Reported May 21, 2026 · 5,014 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.

Recall 18V-595: Seats

Reported Sep 7, 2018 · 52,867 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.

Risk: In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn on automatically when the vehicle is remotely started. If a damaged seat heater is turned on while no one is inside the vehicle, the damaged seat heater can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the body control module, disabling the automatic activation of the heated seat when the vehicle is remotely started, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for the recall is 18286.

Recall 15V-358: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jun 9, 2015 · 2,163 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles. The affected vehicles have a bracket between the brake pedal assembly and the rod that actuates the brakes that may fracture during normal brake pedal operation.

Risk: If the bracket fractures, the driver would not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected bracket, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15352.

2015 Cadillac CTS problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	20
Unknown or Other	8
Service Brakes	8
Suspension	5
Vehicle Speed Control	4
Electrical System	4
Steering	4
Engine	4
Wheels	3
Equipment	2
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Seats	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 4
Structure › Body — 1
Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 1
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum — 1
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 62,500 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2015 Cadillac CTS complaints

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

Service Brakes · reported Oct 20, 2026

Component Affected: SERVICE BRAKES Description of Safety Defect & Incidents: Experienced a recurring, systemic mechanical failure within its camshaft-driven brake vacuum assist system, creating an imminent crash hazard on public roadways. On two separate occasions while traveling at operational roadway speeds trying to slow down for an interchange, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of power brake assistance. The brake pedal instantly became completely rigid, hard pedal, requiring maximum physical exertion to slow the vehicle and drastically extending the emergency stopping…

Power Train · at 143,145 miles · reported Oct 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving, the air bag warning light and the check engine warning light illuminated, and the message "Service Vehicle Soon" was displayed. Additionally, the rear end of the vehicle made an abnormal roaring sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a multi-point inspection was performed. The dealer replaced the purge valve due to a leak, an oil change was performed, and the check engine warning light was reset. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer to be diagnose regarding the roaring sound coming from the rear of the…

Service Brakes · at 72,000 miles · reported Jul 25, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a loud grinding and squeaking sounds coming from the vehicle. Additionally, there was a high-pitched sound coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that the water pump was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced, and the rear differential was leaking. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The water pump was replaced under the warranty.…

Power Train · at 98,000 miles · reported Jul 16, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormally loud sound. The contact exited the highway and drove to the nearest mechanic shop at a gas station. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the rear differential was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V038000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…

Steering · at 92,000 miles · reported May 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that occasionally while driving at various slow speeds, the message "Driver Assist Unavailable" and the steering wheel was abnormally firm, requiring excess effort to drive the vehicle until the power steering functionality returned. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed; however, the contact was advised that there was no failure found with the vehicle, and the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Cadillac CTS: 26V-329 (air bags), 18V-595 (seats), 15V-358 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Cadillac CTS?

Owners report power train problems most often (20 reports), followed by unknown or other (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 62,500 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.