MYRModel Year Report

2013 Cadillac CTS

▲ Better than typical
2013 Cadillac CTS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:38.309Z

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
73
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

36% 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 2009 2010: 67 complaints 2011: 101 complaints 2012: 65 complaints 2013: 73 complaints 2013 73 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 2011: 101 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2013: 73 complaints 2013 73 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 2011: 101 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 73 complaints 2013 73 2014: 145 complaints 2014 2015: 48 complaints 2015 2016: 31 complaints 2016 2017: 27 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 10 complaints 2019

2013: 73 complaints

View as data table
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.

Electrical system

36% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

CRASHINJURY

Power train

18% · 13 reports
CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Unintended acceleration; vehicle accelerated backing out of driveway after placed in reverse without stepping on accelerator; brakes would not stop vehicle; vehicle collided into neighbor's truck which was parked across the street.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-21

Also filed under Steering and service brakes, hydraulic

Air bags

15% · 11 reports
CRASHINJURY

Steering

14% · 10 reports
CRASHINJURY

Suspension

10% · 7 reports
Show complaint excerpts

I went to get my car checked at the mechanic because the suspension was making noise. I thought it was the struts which I coudnt change because Cadillac does not make the parts any longer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-16

Found a crack along the tab of my subframe along the rear control arm pocket.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-23

Also filed under Structure

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2014-12-26Electrical system14V614000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia,...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Cadillac CTS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V394000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 14V614000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Cadillac CTS reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Cadillac CTS is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Cadillac CTS?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Cadillac CTS have?
2 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.