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2012 Cadillac CTS repairs by problem area
Engine (18%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)
Other (14%)
Chart based on 50 repairs.
2012 Cadillac CTS repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (19%)
< $100 (78%)
Chart based on 37 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Cadillac CTS
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| Cadillac CTS in Colorado, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Dec 201417000 mi | differential replaced | ||
| Mar 201519000 mi | trams fluid replaced due to groaning noise in diff | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Wagon
supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Maryland, United States Apr 2017 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Jan 202287000 miUS $300 | Had a bad ground that was causing an intermittent misfire. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2016 | |||
| May 201534900 mi | Rear differential was making noises. | ||
| Oct 201543000 mi | Driver's Recaro seat was rocking or loose | ||
| Feb 201650000 mi | Headlights full of condensation and tail lights pulling from body Rear differential replaced due to excessive noise. | ||
| Aug 201655000 mi | Condensation in headlight | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Texas, United States Jun 2016 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Sep 201647000 mi | had CEL for low fuel pressure. dealer replaced pump, but light came on several times after replacement. after a number of trips back, dealer could not replicate the issue. had CEL again for low fuel pressure. dealer kept car running a number of tests but dealer could not replicate the issue. dealer replaced fuel pump control module which finally resolved the CEL issues | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Wagon
supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Alberta, Canada Jun 2013 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 201326400 mi | Driver side tail light tip separating from the body. The design has a tab along the back that anchors the tip to the car body. The tab broke causing the tip to start to separate away from the body. This is a known issue. | ||
| Oct 201330980 mi | Door sill decal replaced, Rear wheel alignment required; rear shocks weeping, requiring replacement. | ||
| Jun 201435960 miC $100 | Tire Pressure Sensors apparently leak; need to be resealed; which apparently is not covered by warrantee | ||
| Sep 201545880 mi | A whine or low howl from the differential presents itself in a slow, tight radius turn. It's most noticeable when starting the tight radius turn from a dead stop. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Texas, United States Aug 2012 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Aug 201317400 mi | rear differential seal was leaking and needed replacement | ||
| Feb 201423000 mi | Struts were squeaking in cold weather when going over bumps. | ||
| May 201425800 mi | The rear tail light adhesive which held the assembly onto the body of the car came loose. | ||
| Aug 201429100 mi | rear differential was leaking and replaced | ||
| Mar 201533000 mi | Driver's seat creaked when cornering. | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Wagon
318-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in South Carolina, United States Feb 2013 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Sep 201638000 mi | Dealer didn't seat oil filter and oil blew out of the engine. | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Wagon
318-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac CTS in Texas, United States Sep 2016 - Aug 2021 | |||
| Aug 201747000 mi | keyless entry and one of the key fobs stopped working, even when using the key port inside the center console. After initial diagnosis as a bad key failed to resolve the issue, the vehicle was left with the dealer to investigate. came back stating that the key was bad, but ALSO the in-vehicle sensor for the keys had failed and need to be replaced as well. due to interesting issue where previous owner did not take receipt until 2013, the full bumper to bumper warranty was still effective until end of august 2017 and both items replaced at no cost | ||
| Feb 201849000 mi | check engine light came on flashing, vehicle went into limp mode. turned off vehicle allowed to sit for 5 minutes, restart - vehicle went into limp mode again. had vehicle towed to home by AAA. checked codes (p1270 - accelerator pedal position converter error, p1281 - APP sensor 2 performance) restart in morning, solid check engine light, no limp mode. drove the 2.3 miles to dealer without issue. code was present, but dealer could not replicate issue. codes wiped by dealer, no charge, issue has not reoccurred to date. | ||
| Sep 201852000 miUS $425 | slight vibration was felt at shifter, dealer identified separating engine mount during routine service. scheduled day to drop off for replacement. day prior to scheduled visit driveshaft and coupling failed leaving vehicle inoperable. Parts replaced: entire drive shaft, flex coupling, rear trans seal, trans tunnel exhaust heat shield, 2 engine mounts, ac system bled and recharged (part of job for engine mounts), both differentials also inspected for damage and fluid replaced. extended warranty covered all items except for 100$ deductible and heat shield ($325) | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Washington, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Jan 201321700 mi | CEL as a result of a misfire | ||
| Apr 201427000 mi | CEL light illuminated--dealer could not find any reason for the code, cleared it, and inspected/cleaned the modules that were involved. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Wisconsin, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Aug 201325300 mi | Window motor/regulator replaced. | ||
| Nov 201439600 mi | Intermediate steering shaft needed replacement. | ||
| Mar 201546000 mi | Seat heater element replacement. | ||
| Apr 201773000 mi | Driveshaft coupler bolts fell out. | ||
| Nov 201778000 mi | Intermediate steering shaft replacement. | ||
| Oct 2021104000 miUS $150 | Alternator replacement. | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in South Carolina, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jan 201546200 mi | replace battery due to weak cell | ||
| Apr 201754668 mi | Super charger replaced per service bulletin. Rattle in super charger. Super charger, dampener, gaskets and coolant replaced. | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
318-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Texas, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 20129985 mi | Replaced cracked windshield washer tank | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
318-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac CTS in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2015 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Jan 2017 | Water in truck lid. Third brake light replaced under warranty. Note: First fix was on license plate holes required extra sealant. (bulletin ) | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan
270-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac CTS in West Virginia, United States Aug 2012 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Aug 201421000 mi | Squeak in sunroof. Cleaned/lubricated seal, problem solved. | ||
| Cadillac CTS in Quebec, Canada Aug 2012 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Aug 201412800 mi | Fixed light rust on inside of right fender and bottom of left door. Right front window sometimes doesn't work. They checked everything, found nothing wrong. | ||
| Dec 201733480 miC $120 | mechanism right hand door MECHANISM LEFT DOOR NOT WORKING PROPERLY. Not fixed yet because dealer distant and expensive. | ||
| Mar 201833 miC $338 | MECHANISM DOOR LEFT DOOR HEADLIGHT, FOG INSIDE, WATER | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 2dr Coupe
supercharged 556hp 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States Dec 2016 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jan 2017 | Recaro seats won't fold Window stopped giving space blocking door from closing | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 2dr Coupe
318-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac CTS in Florida, United States Aug 2012 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Jan 201644000 mi | Navigation screen not going up. | ||
| Apr 201762000 miUS $100 | Air conditioning blowing hot and cold air. | ||
| Oct 201762000 miUS $1100 | When turning right there is a clicking sound at low speed. Front sub frame cracked, replace sub frame and lower control arms. | ||
2012 Cadillac CTS 2dr Coupe
318-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac CTS in Missouri, United States Mar 2013 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Nov 201316400 mi | Center diff clutch | ||
| Jul 201421000 mi | CTS 4 with transfer case clutch issues - replaced under warranty no problems... | ||
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