MYRModel Year Report

2005 Cadillac DTS

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2005 Cadillac DTS
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:36:40.282Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac DTS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 9 complaints 2005 2006: 254 complaints 2006 2007: 97 complaints 2007 2008: 86 complaints 2008 2009: 35 complaints 2009 2010: 22 complaints 2010 2011: 15 complaints 2011
2005: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
20047
20059
2006254
200797
200886
200935
201022
201115

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.

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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, 20110926

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, 20090616

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

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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, 20120917

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

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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, 20110926

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.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Cadillac DTS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.