Cadillac Cts ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2003–2018)
Side-by-side reliability scores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Cadillac Cts we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Cts across generations.
Average Score
75/100
Best Year
2014 Cadillac Cts
Score 82
Weakest Year
2005 Cadillac Cts
Score 68
Every Cadillac Cts Ranked
Sorted by reliability score. Each link opens the full year-specific report.
A compelling luxury sedan that offers significant value, but demands a thorough pre-purchase inspection and a budget for potential electronic repairs.
Top risks: CUE Infotainment System · 3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) · Suspension Components
A sharp, value-packed luxury sedan with a lurking Achilles' heel in its engine, demanding careful scrutiny.
Top risks: Engine (3.6L LY7 Timing Chain) · Electrical System · Suspension Components
A stylish, enjoyable driver for those willing to address its known electrical and mechanical quirks head-on.
Top risks: Electrical System · Engine (3.6L V6 LLT) · Suspension & Steering
A stylish luxury sedan with a potential Achilles' heel in its popular V6 engine, demanding careful consideration.
Top risks: Engine (3.6L LLT V6) · Electrical System · Suspension & Steering
A stylish and capable luxury sedan that requires meticulous vetting and a readiness for targeted maintenance to truly enjoy.
Top risks: Engine - Timing Chains (3.6L LLT) · Drivetrain - Rear Differential · Electrical System - HVAC & Modules
A stylish, engaging luxury sedan that demands diligent, specific maintenance to avoid significant repair bills.
Top risks: Engine (Direct Injection System) · Suspension Components · Engine (Timing Chain)
A sharp luxury sedan that rewards with driving dynamics, but demands careful inspection and a contingency fund for its tech and complex mechanics.
Top risks: CUE Infotainment System · Electrical System · 2.0L Turbo (LTG) Engine
A driver's luxury sedan with notable electronic complexities that can detract from an otherwise premium experience.
Top risks: CUE Infotainment System · Direct Injection Engine Issues · Electrical Gremlins
A stylish, engaging luxury sedan with a few specific, costly Achilles' heels that warrant careful consideration.
Top risks: Infotainment System (CUE) · 8-Speed Automatic Transmission · Suspension - Magnetic Ride Control (MRC)
An attainable luxury sedan that requires a keen eye for its known electrical and transmission weaknesses to avoid significant repair bills.
Top risks: Electrical System · Transmission (Automatic) · Suspension & Steering
A stylish sedan with a driving personality, but its electrical and cooling system weaknesses demand a proactive owner.
Top risks: Electrical System · Cooling System · Interior Components
A stylish and affordable luxury sedan that requires careful inspection and budget for known electrical and engine-related repairs.
Top risks: Electrical System · Engine (3.6L V6 Timing Chain) · Interior Component Quality
A stylish, comfortable luxury sedan with a lurking timing chain issue that can turn an attractive buy into an expensive headache.
Top risks: Engine Timing Chain System · Electrical System & Electronics · Suspension & Steering Components
A stylish, comfortable sedan, but its significant engine and electrical vulnerabilities demand diligent inspection and a robust maintenance budget.
Top risks: Engine - Timing Chain · Electrical System · Suspension & Steering
A thrilling performance sedan that demands a vigilant eye on its electronics and premium maintenance.
Top risks: CUE Infotainment System · Engine Oil Leaks & Turbocharger (2.0L Turbo) · 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
A tempting performance bargain that requires careful pre-purchase inspection and a dedicated owner.
Top risks: Electrical System · Front Suspension Components · 3.6L LY7 Engine Timing Chains
Problems That Follow the Cts Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Electrical System
Appears in 9 model years · 56% of generations
Suspension & Steering
Appears in 4 model years · 25% of generations
CUE Infotainment System
Appears in 4 model years · 25% of generations
Suspension Components
Appears in 3 model years · 19% of generations
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
Appears in 2 model years · 12% of generations