MYRModel Year Report

2005 Cadillac STS

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2005 Cadillac STS
RENDERED 2026-09-16T14:06:23.346Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac STS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 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 2005: 101 complaints 2005 2006: 139 complaints 2006 2007: 52 complaints 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011
2005: 101 complaints
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YearComplaints
19983
199913
200012
200112
20027
20038
20047
2005101
2006139
200752
200850
200915
20104
20117

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 23%

23% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

CRASH FIRE
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AFTER LEAVING RESTAURANT GOT INTO CAR AND ADJUSTED DRIVER SEAT, PROCEEDED TO EXIT,APPROACHED STOP LIGHT, THEN HEARD FAINT POPPING SOUND THEN SMELLED ODOR AND SAW SMOKE.IMMEDIATELY PULLED INTO ADJACENT RESTAURANT ACROSS STREET,EXITED VEHICLE AND CAR...

NHTSA ODI report, 20131008

Also filed under SEATS

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH SMOKE WAS DETECTED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED WITH SMOKE. THE OCCUPANTS GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060207

Also filed under SEATS

DT: THE CONTACT'S WIFE DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE GROCERY STORE. SHE PARKED THE VEHICLE AND WENT IN THE STORE. WHEN SHE CAME OUT SHE NOTICED PEOPLE WERE LOOKING OVER AN EMBANKMENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20051101

POWER TRAIN 22%

22% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing seal and differential unit.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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el carro se bloquea tanto en direccion como en velocidades. pareciera ser que pierde brake fluid and gasoline

NHTSA ODI report, 20220118

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac STS. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact became aware of a fluid leak. There was no warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250131

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 11%

11% of complaints: air bags — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
SERVICE BRAKES 7%

7% of complaints: service brakes — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060323 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES MAY HAVE A CONDITION WHERE FUEL IS NO LONGER SUPPLIED TO THE ENGINE. THIS CONDITION OCCURS WITHOUT THE ILLUMINATION OF THE FUEL LEVEL LOW INDICATOR LIGHT OR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) WITH NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED IN DECEMBER 2005 AND ASKED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST 1/4 OF A TANK FUEL LEVEL TO AVOID THI

Campaign 06V020000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060503 — suspension

CERTAIN VEHICLES HAVE A LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK THAT COULD SEPARATE BECAUSE OF AN INCORRECT WELD.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE RIGHT AND LEFT TOE LINK AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED. IF A TOE LINK IS REPLACED, THE DEALER WILL PERFORM A WHEEL ALIGNMENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT C

Campaign 06V125000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20070717 — PE (closed 20071227)

FAILURE OF THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL

R 20080208 — power train

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR AXLE PINION SEAL DOES NOT MEET ALL OF THE SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY EXPERIENCE A FLUID LEAK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PINION SEAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 1, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006 OR HTTP://WWW.CADILLAC.COM; PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR HTT

Campaign 07V589000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Cadillac STS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V020000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V125000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V589000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Cadillac STS?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Cadillac STS have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.