Does the 2018 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Cadillac CTS, the most recent reported on March 20, 2025 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Cadillac CTS?

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (3 complaints), followed by power train (3).

How many 2018 Cadillac CTS complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 Cadillac CTS recalls and problems

2 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Cadillac CTS.

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.

2018 Cadillac CTS recalls

Steering: electric power assist system

NHTSA campaign 25V175000 · reported March 20, 2025 · General Motors, LLC · 934 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
The risk: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.

Steering: electric power assist system

NHTSA campaign 19V086000 · reported February 7, 2019 · General Motors LLC · 26,772 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
The risk: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system3
Power train3
Air bags1
Engine1
Exterior lighting1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

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

Jan 27, 2026 · Electrical system
THE TRANSMISSION "SHUDDERS". It does not happen with any regularity and with no advance warning. It may be electronic or mechanical or both.

Dec 23, 2025 · Electrical system
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? From 2018. The uauto start/stop system has failed 3 times. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? These components failing subjects the driver and surroundings to a stalled car that may not start again…

Apr 17, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported
The airbag system failed to deploy during a single-vehicle accident in which the car left the service road and struck a tree. The vehicle sustained significant front-end damage. The driver lost consciousness or experienced disorientation and was unable to recall the events leading up to or immediately following the…

May 24, 2024 · Unknown or other
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding a known issue with the 2018 Cadillac CTS that poses a significant safety risk. The LCD/backup display screen in my 2018 Cadillac CTS has cracked on its own, taking up the entire display. This is a well-documented problem that many Cadillac…

Sep 26, 2022 · Power train
Rear differential failure confirmed by the dealer at 41,000 miles. Told not to drive it as rear wheels could lock up causing accident. Rear was making load noise 2 days prior to failure with fluid leak upon inspection. Dealer states failure is under warranty but no parts available for 3-6 months.

CTS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2015	3	49	2	2
2016	4	31	0	1
2017	2	27	1	0
2018	2	8	1	0
2019	0	10	0	0

Across all years, the 2003 CTS has the most complaints (313). All Cadillac CTS years →

Questions

Does the 2018 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Cadillac CTS, the most recent reported on March 20, 2025 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Cadillac CTS?: Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (3 complaints), followed by power train (3).
How many 2018 Cadillac CTS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 8 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 January 27, 2026.