CarRecallDB

2017 Cadillac CT6 recalls and problems

1 recall and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Cadillac CT6.

1
recalls
17
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2017 Cadillac CT6 recalls

Exterior lighting: headlights · Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 21V759000 · reported September 29, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 181 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The Park/Position lights may be excessively bright. 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
The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install right and left side in-line headlight jumper harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N162016079.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

May 20, 2026 · Power train

UNKNOWN, The transmission slips,it wont drive now and my wheel barrings nearly snapped

Jan 29, 2026 · Power train

The vehicle experiences harsh shifting, surging, and jerking forward during normal driving conditions. The behavior has occurred repeatedly over several years and has been confirmed by the dealership. Multiple repair attempts, including transmission-related work, have not resolved the issue. The vehicle has surged…

Nov 21, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system

My CT6 had a default engine light on,.Dealer reports broken EVAP line.Car has never been in an accident or damaged.Upon inquiry dealer reports no issues known to them with this problem.However ,this same vehicle had transmission issue when purchased new and the dealer stated same findings.Then recall was issued and…

Apr 18, 2025 · Vehicle speed control

My vehicles transmission has a buzzing noise coming from the transmission oil pan and a gear shifting problem I took vehicle to Cadillac dealer whom can’t find the issue they changed the oil pan and the transmission lines . My vehicle is a 2017 Cadillac ct6 with 72027 miles . I’ve been to 4 Cadillac certified dealers…

Mar 20, 2025 · Electrical system

Water is getting into my trunk where the amp is and now my radio does not work only the back up camera. I cannot control the AC or turn on the air conditioner. Or is that how I would like it to blow

CT6 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2016 31130
2017 11700
2018 0900
2019 41700
2020 21110

All Cadillac CT6 years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Cadillac CT6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Cadillac CT6, the most recent reported on September 29, 2021 (Exterior lighting: headlights, Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Cadillac CT6?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (10 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).
How many 2017 Cadillac CT6 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 17 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 May 20, 2026.