10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 1 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 31,763 miles
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The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Cts. The contact stated that while reversing from a garage with the brake pedal depressed, the brake system engaged at an abnormal stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to dealer, who inspected the brake system and advised the contact that the auxiliary vacuum pump failed. The auxiliary vacuum pump and system kit was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 59,280 and the approximate current mileage was 60,000. Updated 5/28/14
- Phoenix , AZ, USA
I was driving and heading on a curve I didn't see that it was 25 mph and I was going about 45 and I brake and I slid, hit a tree about three fists thick slide on my drivers side which is completely smushed in and rolled over and fell straight into a ditch up side down.
- Hermiston, OR, USA
Drove on a street with a 2" snow cover. After about 25 feet received a number of alerts on my driver information center stating: 4 wheel drive was off, anti-lock braking system warning, service stability traction system, service brake assist. Immediately called Cadillac service who stated snow could have dislodged some wires, bring it in for service. Since many all states get some snowfall Cadillac needs to redesign the wiring so a small about of snow doesn't disconnect critical vehicle functions.
- Bethesda, MD, USA
The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Cts. While driving approximately 25 mph, the brakes were squeaking; however, they were operating normally. The dealer was been unable to diagnose the failure since January 2009. The current mileage was 13,100 and the failure mileage was 6,000. Updated 12/10/09. Updated 12/10/09
- Dawson, GA, USA
Brake squeal on my 2008 Cts almost from the time it left the dealer showroom on September 15, 2008. Dealer states that Cadillac is aware of the problem but that Cadillac has yet to authorize a fix for the problem. Dealer indicates that ceramic brakes would correct the situation but once again Cadillac does not have replacement ceramic brakes for the car. They have them for other models but not the Cts according to the dealer.
- Fort Myers, FL, USA
A few weeks after purchasing the 2008 Cadillac Cts the brakes began squeaking every time they were applied. Service department said to ride the brakes when on the highway to clean off the metal filings on the brake rotors due to brake dust. Did not fix problem. Brakes have continued to squeak for months despite riding brakes on open highways.
- Loogootee, IN, USA
Brakes screech when coming to a stop. They have done this since shortly after delivery of car which is almost one year ago. First time the dealer was notified about this the service writer informed me this was "normal" and nothing could be done. Another service writer validated the complaint and replaced rear brake pads. Seemed to be better for a very short time, but it started again and continues. Have continued to inform dealer of this every time the car is serviced without resolution.
- Chesterfield, MO, USA
Rear brakes grab and squeal. This happens every time brakes are applied. Had vehicle checked by dealer for brake problem. 2008 Cts Cadillac with 3500 miles, 4 months old. This was on 12/30/08. Was told by dealer on 1/12/09 no parts available from GM.
- Nashville, NC, USA
I took the car in and they let me go with the ABS light on and the stability track light on. If I knew the that this car was undrivable with these safety fixtures out I would have never picked up the car.
- Armonk, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Cts. While driving 2 mph with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated. The contact struck the preceding vehicle. The front bumper needs to be replaced. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 1,500.
- Oakton, VA, USA
- Norwood , PA, USA