2005 Cadillac DTS
Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 255 |
| 2007 | 97 |
| 2008 | 86 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 16 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
3 of 9 total reports mention: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Cadillac DTS. While driving between 60-70 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who was unable to provide a remedy repair for the abnormal vibration.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-26
Also filed under Suspension
When it rains and we hit a puddle of water the power steering stops working and the car is very difficult to steer. It frightful in high traffic areas as there is minimum control. After a few minutes the power steering is restored.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-06-16
Visibility
1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Cadillac deville DTS. The contact heard a loud cracking sound and the front passenger side window fell down independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the regulator was replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-17
Suspension
1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.
Exterior lighting
1 of 9 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
Engine
1 of 9 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 Cadillac DTS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Cadillac DTS 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 2005 Cadillac DTS?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Cadillac DTS have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.