MYRModel Year Report

2010 Cadillac CTS

▲ Better than typical
2010 Cadillac CTS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:40.423Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
67
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Air bags

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 313 complaints 2003 2004: 224 complaints 2005: 277 complaints 2006: 269 complaints 2006 2007: 217 complaints 2008: 175 complaints 2009: 167 complaints 2010: 67 complaints 2010 67 2011: 101 complaints 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 73 complaints 2014: 145 complaints 2015: 48 complaints 2015 2016: 31 complaints 2017: 27 complaints 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 10 complaints
2003: 313 complaints 2003 2004: 224 complaints 2005: 277 complaints 2005 2006: 269 complaints 2007: 217 complaints 2007 2008: 175 complaints 2009: 167 complaints 2009 2010: 67 complaints 2010 67 2011: 101 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2013: 73 complaints 2013 2014: 145 complaints 2015: 48 complaints 2015 2016: 31 complaints 2017: 27 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2019: 10 complaints 2019
2003: 313 complaints 2003 2004: 224 complaints 2004 2005: 277 complaints 2005 2006: 269 complaints 2006 2007: 217 complaints 2007 2008: 175 complaints 2008 2009: 167 complaints 2009 2010: 67 complaints 2010 67 2011: 101 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 73 complaints 2013 2014: 145 complaints 2014 2015: 48 complaints 2015 2016: 31 complaints 2016 2017: 27 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 10 complaints 2019

2010: 67 complaints

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YearComplaints
2003313
2004224
2005277
2006269
2007217
2008175
2009167
201067
2011101
201265
201373
2014145
201548
201631
201727
20188
201910

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

24% · 16 reports
CRASHINJURY
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I have a 2010 CTS Cadillac; I was involved in an accident on 9/3/2013 in which I was t-bone by some running a red light my airbags did ot deploy, I have injuries from that accident that I am still dealing with.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-29

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Passenger presence module malfunction is intermittent. When the malfunction occurs there is a warning light plus "Service Airbag" on the instrument panel. Sometimes the light and warning go off after several minutes, sometimes stays on for days.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-20

Electrical system

24% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing switch.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Passanger side sunvisor wiring caught on fire and burnt some of ceiling upholstery and melted plastic trim around sun roof .

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-01-29

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Engine

15% · 10 reports
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Engine warning light on. Diagnosed by Mike Maroon Cadillac, Boulder Colorado as Po008 code Bank one engine timing off. Further diagnosed as faulty engine cam chain. Advised not to drive car. Car available for inspection. Not being driven.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-21

Cadillac sent me a letter dated June 2014 with my vehicle's VIN on it indicating that "The supercharger may develop a noticeable rattle noise at idle. The noise will typically go away when the engine RPM is raised slightly above idle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-20

Power train

13% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing differential unit.

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A drone noise at 55 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-13

Structure

12% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing body and hatchback/liftgate.

INJURY
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I used the remote to open the power liftgate. I leaned into the back of the wagon to retrieve something, and the liftgate crashed down onto my back. It lifted back up, and then crashed down again.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-20

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2010-10-20Equipment10V414000 GM is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Cadillac CTS all wheel drive and CTS-v vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the glove compartment assembly and, in some vehicles modify the instrument panel structure. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October…

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    2011-03-24Suspension11V089000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Cadillac CTS vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which a wax coating on the rear suspension toe link jam nuts may allow the…

    Remedy: Dealers will clean all wax residue from the rear suspension toe link and install two new jam nuts. If necessary the rear suspension toe link may be replaced. This service will be performed free of…

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  3. R
    2014-09-15Electrical system14V394000 This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014.

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Buy-smart checklist

2010 Cadillac CTS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V414000 · Equipment
  • Recall 11V089000 · Suspension
  • Recall 14V394000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Cadillac CTS reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Cadillac CTS is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Cadillac CTS?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Cadillac CTS 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.