Cadillac CT6 recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Cadillac CT6, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Cadillac CT6, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2016–2020 with 10 recall campaigns and 83 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2019 (4), 2016 (3), and 2020 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2017 (23), 2019 (17), and 2020 (16).
- Top recall themes: Seats and restraints, Visibility and lighting, and Brakes.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train, Service brakes, Engine.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
3 campaigns · Years: 2016, 2019These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Visibility and lighting
2 campaigns · Years: 2016–2017, 2019These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Brakes
1 campaign · Years: 2019These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
- 19V889000 · Service brakes
Equipment and labeling
1 campaign · Years: 2020These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
- 19V731000 · Tires: Pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 2019–2020These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 25V148000 · Power train: Automatic transmission
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Cadillac CT6 in NHTSA complaint data are Power train, Service brakes, Engine.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 16 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control. |
| 2019 | 4 | 17 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Service brakes, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Steering, Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control. |
| 2017 | 1 | 23 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Electrical system, Service brakes. |
| 2016 | 3 | 15 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Air bags. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Exterior lighting , Power train and Seat belts
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.