Engine Oil Leaking Problems of Cadillac DTS

December 16 2020 NHTSA id number 11383838 oil leak under engine coming from engine, transmission, and power steering pump. Also white smoke coming from engine on passenger side following stop on driveway.

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Oil leak under engine coming from engine transmission and power pump. Also white smoke coming from engine on passenger side when stopped on driveway.

The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that there was oil and transmission fluid leaking from the bottom of the engine while the vehicle was parked in the driveway. Also, upon coming to a stop, there was white smoke coming from underneath the engine on the passenger's side. There was no warning light illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated the vehicle was leaking engine oil. The vehicle was taken two independent mechanics for inspection and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be removed to locate where the engine oil leak originated from. The contact stated that the vehicle was also taken to an unknown Cadillac dealer for a diagnostic test and the contact was informed that engine oil leak would get worse over time. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted nor informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated the vehicle has an excessive oil leakage. The contact took the vehicle to huber Cadillac service(11102 w Dodge rd, omaha, ne 68154) where the vehicle was diagnosed with an oil leakage issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. However, no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. Lj.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that he notice excessive amount of oil was in his driveway and taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that oil leaking from the camshaft. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000. Aw.

Engine failure do to poor design and oil leaks. I had this happen on the highway witch is very dangerous. The whole engine needs recalled. The electrical system is a night one my fuse box's needed replaced because a fuse burned out, witch melted a good portion of it. Major fire hazard!!!!.

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I bought a used 2006 Dts Cadillac from a dealer in OH. Brought it home and had my mechanic go thru it. He showed me an oil leak and said the oil pan gasket had been repaired. My mechanic said he would not fix the leak because there was too much involved. I have since seen that this a common problem with this year vehicle. Should be a recall. I can not afford to get this fixed. Also found out there were 4 other recalls on this car. Cadillac should have a recall for this oil leak. Mileage is 81,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that they noticed a leak underneath the front of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to rizza Cadillac Buick GMC (8425 159th st, tinley park, IL 60487; (708) 429-6600) and was informed that the vehicle was leaking oil from the engine. The contact was informed that the front and rear main seals needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.

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The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Dts. The contact noticed oil spots on the garage floor. The contact took the vehicle to guys Buick GMC truck (1316 n mildred st, ranson, wv 25438) where it was determined that oil was leaking from the crank case in the engine. The contact was referred to a Cadillac dealer for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a $100 voucher towards the repair cost. The contact was referred to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 95,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking oil onto the driveway. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to eddie tourelle's northpark Hyundai (953 highway 190 n, covington, la 70433, (985) 801-7000) where it was diagnosed that the rubber on the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The contact was referred to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 76,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. While the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact noticed oil was leaking. The contact placed cardboard under the vehicle to verify if the leak was stoppable. There no warning indicators illuminated. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the oil chamber needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. Lexus of arlington (1510 w dundee rd, arlington heights, IL 60004, (847)-794-4819) was contacted and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled and oil was leaking from the engine compartment. The alternator, oil, and engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to great river Chevrolet GMC (264 devereux drive, natchez, ms 39120, 601-653-4829) where it was diagnosed that there was an oil leak and the vehicle was not able to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 62,000.

Tl the contact owns 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact called on behalf of his spouse the driver whom informed him that oil was leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that oil was being added on a daily basis as the vehicle was being driven. The contact stated contacted a local dealer whom informed him the repairs would be costly as the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 149,000. The VIN was not available.

Tl-the contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds or when vehicle was parked oil was leaking from the undercarriage. Additionally, a quart of oil had to be added every 10 miles. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where informed that the oil pan gasket needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage 167,389 . Ap.

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I bought the car with 69k miles in may of 2016 and now its has 80k miles Feb 2017 and I have an oil leak that is leaking on the drive side of the oil pan from the front to the back and its leaking on the the exhaust the runs from the front of the engine that is bolted on the the oil pan and I am worried that it is going to catch on fire and I see that this problem is on a lot of this cars and with lower miles then mine I think gm should recall it because less then 100k miles and to have an oil leak that leaks about 1 quart every 1500 miles or so and its leaking right next to the exhaust and right on top of it the could case fire is unsafe, and to cost $1000-2000 to fix there design flaw the owners should not have to pay I could understand if it had more then 100k miles.

The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that there was a progressing oil leak without warning. The dealer indicated that they would need to put in a new seal or gasket to reseal the area, but would not guarantee that the repair would provide a permanent remedy. The dealer indicated that if the repair failed, the engine assembly may need to be replaced. The contact was excluded from any manufacturer campaigns to service the engine. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000.

Faulty factory gaskets and seals causing oil leak from oil pan. Car only has 92700 miles. Many complaints about this and no action taken. Repairs will be over $1000.

The contact owns a 2009 Cadillac Dts. The contact noticed that the vehicle was leaking oil. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pan gasket and the main crank seal gasket needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not provided. The manufacturer was not notified of th failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000.

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Excessive engine oil leaks and usage. Parked and driving. I have been informed by several mechanics that this is a very typical problem with the northstar engine but I dont believe it should be so. The estimated cost to attempt a fix runs up into the $1000s of dollars . I think that general motors should be at minimum partially responsible for this defect!.

The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that there was an oil leak coming from the engine of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to be repaired and was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 110,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac Dts. While having the vehicle serviced, the contact observed oil leaking from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the oil pan gasket and motor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

While sitting at a complete stop engine very rapidly became hot turning on engine overheat indicator. There as been oil appearing in my driveway the last 3 days. After research I found there is a very well known issue with this model for a crankshaft leak. Afraid this could lead to engine failure or fire.

Lower engine oil leak. I understand that this is a common problem dating back a number of years and Cadillac has not rectified the problem and has not issued a recall. I am forced to install a new engine because the problem is so costly to resolve. Approximately $4,500. Is there any class action against Cadillac or is there any relief available.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds a strong smoke odor was present in the vehicle. While no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking from the engine gaskets and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000. Ec.

The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that there was oil leaking from the oil pan of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanics who also diagnosed that the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact stated that engine oil leaked into the exhaust system and caused the exhaust to smoke. The dealer advised the contact that the oil pan cover and gasket needed to be replaced the manufacturer denied assistance with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 85,605 and the current mileage was 87,100.

Oil leaks from the engine. Leaks happen both while driving and when parked in all situations.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Dts. The contact noticed that the vehicle was leaking oil from the front of the vehicle under the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed the leak. The vehicle was taken to dale earnhardt jr. Buick GMC (1850 capital cir ne, tallahassee, FL 32308, (850) 270-1453) where it was diagnosed and repaired. The contact was unaware of the diagnosis and repair specifics; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

I was blown away to find oil under my 07 Dts Cadillac, then to learn it's common. Thinking it was a drain plug or oil filter changed the oil. No such luck, it's the engine lower end leaking. Thinking it wasn't so bad to not drive I watched the oil level closely. I noticed oil film covering the right rear quarter panel and rear trunk lid and a drippy coating of oil under the car. This makes it a danger to the highways and other cars by leaking a quart every hundred miles. For drivers not watching oil levels this will turn into a broken down car at best, an oil fire very possible on the road these are never safe. This has been a common problem with the Cadillac northstar engine for years, I say it's time to do a recall for this problem before people get injured or killed. A little pro-active recall is in order.

Both block halves and the cam covers began leaking and they tell me the repair will cost $3,500. 00. The vehicle has always had regular oil changes and maintenance and has low mileage for a 2006. I have heard this is a regular problem with this year cadilac.

This automobile has an oil leak that could cause a fire and general motors are repairing vehicles, but will not make a recall. These automobiles are Cadillac, Oldsmobile and Buick models dating back to 1993 through 2008. A bulletin # 03-06-01-027 dated may 1, 2008 verified gm's knowledge of the problem. There is a faulty design between the motor and oil pan in these automobiles to cause them to leak so soon. Please investigate this matter. Updated 03/10/11.

The engine leaks oil, not just spots, actual drips, have to add much oil in between oil changes.