MYRModel Year Report

2004 Cadillac STS

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2004 Cadillac STS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:58.279Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 13 complaints 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 12 complaints 2002: 7 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2004 7 2005: 101 complaints 2006: 139 complaints 2006 2007: 52 complaints 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints
1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 13 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 12 complaints 2001 2002: 7 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 7 2005: 101 complaints 2005 2006: 139 complaints 2006 2007: 52 complaints 2007 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011
1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 13 complaints 1999 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 12 complaints 2001 2002: 7 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 7 2005: 101 complaints 2005 2006: 139 complaints 2006 2007: 52 complaints 2007 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011

2004: 7 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19983
199913
200012
200112
20027
20038
20047
2005101
2006139
200752
200850
200915
20104
20117

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

Service brakes

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Cadillac STS. The contact received a recall notice regarding the fuel pump module on the vehicle; however, the manufacturer stated that the part was not available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-02

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.

Exterior lighting

1 of 7 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.

Show complaint excerpts

Both headlights had blind paths, almost opaque, resulting in extremely reduced visibility during night driving. Thus, obstructing consumer's view while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-06-18

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 Cadillac STS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Cadillac STS 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 2004 Cadillac STS?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Cadillac STS 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.