There are no safety recalls for the 2011 Cadillac STS, but owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
2011 Cadillac STS problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 53,000 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 2011 Cadillac STS complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Steering · reported Jan 4, 2025
The steering wheel became uncontrollable while idle and can't turn the steering wheel without picking up speed. While stopped you can't turn the steering wheel, it's like trying to turn it while the engine is off.
Service Brakes · reported Oct 4, 2016
We own a 2011 cadillac sts. Recently my wife was leaving for work and all of a sudden I felt the house shake. My wife was reversing out of the driveway when she applied the brakes. The pedal was so hard she could not press the pedal down. To avoid a crash she put the car into drive to keep it from going into the street. Once she was able to keep the vehicle out of the street she put the car in neutral, but the brakes were still not responding. Thats when our home became our car stopper. I drove the car afterwards and the brake pedal was still hard and would not hold the car from moving when it…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 59,000 miles · reported Aug 3, 2015
2011 cadillac sts. Consumer writes in regards to cruise control activated on its own. Updated 09/17/15 updated 09/21/15. Updated 09/22/15
Electrical System · at 20,000 miles · reported May 21, 2015
The contact owns a 2011 cadillac sts. While driving at 40 MPH, all the instrument panel lights failed to illuminate, the navigation system failed to function, and the back up sensors chimed without any object behind the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000. The VIN was unavailable. Updated 7/29/15 updated 10/17/2017
Service Brakes · at 38,000 miles · reported Aug 23, 2014
When I backed out of my carport and applied my brakes it wouldn't stop. I took it to the dealership and they couldn't make the car do it again. The brakes when I back up still does not stop my car intermittently, until I step on brakes 3 or 4 times. This is frightening. The dealership wouldn't even take a look at my brakes.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Cadillac STS have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2011 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 2011 Cadillac STS?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by service brakes (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 53,000 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.