2026 CADILLAC CT5
1 recalls, 10 complaints - 5/5 safety rating
26V114000 Feb 26, 2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect Description
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Consequence
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac... Read more
Complaint Statistics
10 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: Jul 1, 2026
In mid-March 2026, the power tailgate on my [year] Honda Odyssey lost power entirely. It does not respond to the key fob, the tailgate button, or the dashboard button — it will not open or close by any control. I personally inspected the tailgate area and found corrosion and rust present, consiste... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: Jul 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage the night, the following morning the contact entered the garage and discovered that the sunroof had shatter. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be repaired. The d... Read more
ENGINE
May 19, 2026
Incident date: May 19, 2026
Upon starting engine while parked the engine vibrated roughly then stopped. Engine light and coolant light illuminated but shut off. Vehicle proceeded as normal, however, as I proceeded for the highway about 1 - 1/2 blocks and approximately 1,200 feet before approaching highway the vehicle 1200 abru... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 19, 2026
Incident date: May 19, 2026
When in reverse, the rear camera display will often be inverted upside down or will go blank. If there is someone or something below the view through the glass and mirrors, then that person or thin can be run over. Apparently this same issue is present on other Ford Escape models of the same 2014 mo... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 19, 2026
Incident date: May 19, 2026
When slowing down, just before coming to a complete stop, the transmission will downshift, clunk and the vehicle will jump forward, powering through the brake pressure that's already applied, to the point I have almost collided with the vehicle in front of me. This incident has occurred numerous tim... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Feb 8, 2026
The camera failed on the car rendering all the safety features inoperable. The camera cost almost $2000 making it an expensive repair.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Feb 8, 2026
Drivers side Door Lock Actuator could not open the door from the inside handle or outside handle. In 2025 I replaced the part, Feb 2026 had to take the car to the dealership because could not open the door again. Dealership told me the Actuator failed internally. The part was only looked at by th... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Feb 8, 2026
Led Daytime running lights burnout. No repair by ford without replacing whole housing. No covered under warranty.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 23, 2025
The vehicle lurches forward when accelerating. You start off from a stand still, as you are accelerating the vehicle slows, then speeds up, then slows then speeds up. this happens multiple time. You can watch the tachometer, it goes up then down, then up then down. It can happen 10, 20 times while a... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 23, 2025
There is an exhaust leak at the manifold which lets exhaust gas int the engine compartment and it smells in the passenger compartment. I feel there is a health risk of carbon monoxide poisoning . It seems as though should be a repair made by the manufacturer.
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2026 CADILLAC CT5
2026 CADILLAC CT5 4 DR N/A AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.5% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2026 CADILLAC CT5
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S10) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Premium | $3,750 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (S10) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 26.0 | Premium | $3,150 |
CO2 Emissions: 399.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
CADILLAC CT5 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CADILLAC CT5 across all model years (2020, 2026).
12
Total Recalls
143
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
15
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths