There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Cadillac STS, but owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.
2001 Cadillac STS problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Parking Brake | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Seat Belts › Rear/Other — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc) — 1
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
- Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,714 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 2001 Cadillac STS complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 12,000 miles · reported Feb 3, 2015
The contact owns a 2001 cadillac sts. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the crank sensors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 50 miles · reported Mar 17, 2011
The contact owns a 2001 cadillac SRS. While driving approximately 10 MPH the contact heard a clanking and swooshing sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technicians stated that the fuel tank was broken. The technicians also stated that the vehicle was safe to drive but would not provide a letter indicating that. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that was a characteristic of that year, make and model vehicle and also mentioned that the vehicle was safe to drive but did not want to provide that in writing. The vehicle was not repaired.…
Structure · reported Nov 18, 2009
Failure of the passenger side motor mount bracket. Bracket is a pot metal piece and in my anecdotal research, it has failed with excessive frequency.
Electrical System · at 36,200 miles · reported Apr 25, 2008
The contact owns a 2001 cadillac seville sts. The contact stated that the battery failed. He attempted to remove the rear seat cushion according to the owner's manual and the instructor's service manual. The plastic rear seat cushion frame cracked and failed near the clips. The dealer ordered the rear seat frame; however, the parts will not be available for approximately 11 months. The rear seat cannot be used and the vehicle has not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was 36,200. Updated 05/28/08 the consumer also experienced problems with the steering shaft, e-brake which would not…
Electronic Stability Control · reported Jul 18, 2007
2001 cadillac sts with stability system concerns customer states that one week after purchase the problem started* the consumer was told a sensor needed to be replaced.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Cadillac STS have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Cadillac STS as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Cadillac STS?
Owners report steering problems most often (3 reports), followed by structure (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,714 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.