2016 Cadillac CT6
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 11 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 11 total reports mention: power train.
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The car keep losing power pressure when driving it's jerk when put into gear
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-02
The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while in reverse, the vehicle accelerated inadvertently. The brake pedal was depressed to stop the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-15
Engine
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Air bags
2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.
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The contact's husband owned a 2016 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while her husband was making a left turn, the vehicle was struck on the front passenger side by another vehicle. The contact stated that her husbands air bag did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-10-20
Wheels
1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.
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This car has safety issues. I purchased a year ago. The axle and wheel broke off in on the car within 30 days. The car has huge manufacturer breakdown.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-10
Also filed under Suspension
Suspension
1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-09-24Seat belts16V687000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cadillac CT6 vehicles manufactured July 21, 2016, to July 22, 2016. The bolt that connects the front passenger seat belt webbing to the seat's anchor plate may be missing.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing front passenger seat belt webbing anchor bolt, or install a bolt if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on September 24, 2016.
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2018-08-03Child seat, seats18V437000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018.
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2021-11-03Exterior lighting21V759000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The Park/Position lights may be excessively bright.
Remedy: Dealers will install right and left side in-line headlight jumper harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Cadillac CT6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V687000 · Seat belts
- Recall 18V437000 · Child seat, seats
- Recall 21V759000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2016 Cadillac CT6 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Cadillac CT6?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Cadillac CT6 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.