Does the 2022 Cadillac CT5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Cadillac CT5, the most recent reported on December 8, 2022 (Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac CT5?

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (3 complaints), followed by air bags (2).

How many 2022 Cadillac CT5 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 Cadillac CT5 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Cadillac CT5.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2022 Cadillac CT5 recalls

Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software

NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · reported December 8, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · 740,108 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Air bags: side/window, curtain · Air bags

NHTSA campaign 21V611000 · reported August 5, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 34,157 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Cadillac CT4 and CT5 vehicles. The roof rail side-curtain air bags may not have been installed correctly, which could result in an improper air bag deployment during a crash.
The risk: Air bags that do not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect both left and right-side roof rail air bags and reinstall the air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212342780.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure3
Air bags2
Electrical system2
Tires2
Forward collision avoidance1
Service brakes1
Steering1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 11, 2026 · Tires
michillin pilot sport 4s size 245/40 R 19, all 4 tires became defective, dealer notified was told because of being a vt5 v warranty i bought does not apply to them

Jul 22, 2026 · Electrical system
Outside door handle/pads stopped working. Car has 30K miles and 2 door handles stopped working and others are starting to be intermittent. Understanding is the pad and electronic switch gets gunked out and wouldn’t make connection. Only way you can open the door is via inside door latch. Seems like a really bad…

Jul 19, 2026 · Electrical system
The driver door will not open from the outside. My car only has 38k miles on it. All doors will open other than the driver door. This is a safety feature that needs to be recalled and fixed. The dealership even told me this happens often. I have to climb through my passenger door to get in the driver seat. I am a…

May 27, 2026 · Structure
My driver side door is unable to open due to the pressure pad. This is a known problem to Cadillac. I have already had to have 2 door handles replaced on the passenger side. It is unsafe to not be able to enter the driver seat of your vehicle in an emergency.

Jan 17, 2026 · Structure
Front driver side door unable to open from the outside. Faulty door handle pad. Initially randomly wouldn’t work, would have to press the pressure pad multiple times or press on specific part of the pad. Eventually, stopped working all together. It’s a safety issue if unable to open the door during an emergency…

CT5 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2020	4	39	2
2021	4	30	3
2022	2	11	0
2023	1	13	3
2024	0	3	1
2025	0	10	2

Across all years, the 2020 CT5 has the most complaints (39). All Cadillac CT5 years →

Questions

Does the 2022 Cadillac CT5 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Cadillac CT5, the most recent reported on December 8, 2022 (Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac CT5?: Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (3 complaints), followed by air bags (2).
How many 2022 Cadillac CT5 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 11 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 11, 2026.