Before buying a used 2016 Cadillac CTS, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTS Sedan — Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) | 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) |
| CTS Sedan — Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) |
| CTS Sedan — Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) | 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) |
| CTS Sedan AWD — Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) | 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) |
| CTS Sedan AWD — Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) | 8.7 L/100 km (27 mpg) | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) |
| CTS-V — Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 11.2 L/100 km (21 mpg) | 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the body control module, disabling the automatic activation of the heated seat when the vehicle is remotely started, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for the recall is 18286.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
2016 Cadillac CTS 4 DR AWD
2016 Cadillac CTS 4 DR RWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
31 complaints filed with NHTSA (0 involving a crash, 1 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.