Suspension Problems of Cadillac CTS

Cadillac CTS owners have reported 96 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (66 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear suspension (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Cadillac CTS

The Suspension problem

My 2013 has only 75k miles on it and all the dash lights flash and the car fails every couple of days. It has a brand new battery but the gauges on the dash continue to dance. I’m not sure what the problem is but it’s a huge safety factor in drivability.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

I have a 2003 Cadillac Cts. The rear axle assembly seized while driving appx 55mph causing the rear of the car to lock up and skid off of the road. . . . This vehicle also has a reoccuring "body control module" failure which renders the airbags useless. . . .   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Front lower control arm bushing failure of all subframe bushings. To include driver and passenger sides totaling 4 bushing failures. Failures perpetuate excessive movement of the lower control arms. Results: unsolveable misalignment, in extreme situations allowing movement of the wheel camber +/-   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

Bought a used car from auto boutique on 10/15/19 with car fax report showing no structural damage. When we test drove the car we notice the check engine light was on and a vibration. We were told to make an appointment and they would address the issue.   Read details...

The Automatic Stability Control (asc) problem

: the contact stated while driving at 70 mph, the stability control malfunctioned, deactivated the cruise control and jerked the vehicle to the left and right. This has occurred on 30 separate occasions at various speeds and intermittently without the cruise control activated.   Read details...




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