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2005 Cadillac STS recalls and problems

3 recalls and 101 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Cadillac STS.

3
recalls
101
owner complaints
13
complaints mentioning a crash
4
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.

2005 Cadillac STS recalls

Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft, seal

NHTSA campaign 07V589000 · reported December 20, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 275,936 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear axle pinion seal does not meet all of the specifications and may experience a fluid leak.
The risk
A rear differential failure may cause loss of motive power and possibly loss of control increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the pinion seal free of charge. The recall began on february 1, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006 or http://www.cadillac.com; pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.pontiac.com; and saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or http://www.saturn.com.

Suspension: rear

NHTSA campaign 06V125000 · reported April 20, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 23,077 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain vehicles have a left or right rear suspension toe link that could separate because of an incorrect weld.
The risk
If this were to occur, the affected rear wheel would be able to turn in or out, affecting vehicle control, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the right and left toe link and replace as required. If a toe link is replaced, the dealer will perform a wheel alignment. The recall began on may 3, 2006. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery

NHTSA campaign 06V020000 · reported January 25, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 17,462 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain vehicles equipped with v6 engines may have a condition where fuel is no longer supplied to the engine. This condition occurs without the illumination of the fuel level low indicator light or the warning chime.
The risk
If the engine stops running, the operator will not be able to restart the vehicle which could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module (ECM) with new software free of charge. Owners were notified in december 2005 and asked to maintain at least 1/4 of a tank fuel level to avoid this condition until the parts are available. The parts are now available, owner renotification began on march 23, 2006. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

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.

Jan 31, 2025 · Power train · 92,721 miles

The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac STS. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact became aware of a fluid leak. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a pinion seal leak on the rear axle. The local…

Jun 12, 2023 · Air bags

Airbag light came on last week, and continues to stay on. Have not taken in, as I was just checking for any recalls

Jan 18, 2022 · Service brakes · crash reported

el carro se bloquea tanto en direccion como en velocidades. pareciera ser que pierde brake fluid and gasoline

May 28, 2020 · Air bags · 70,000 miles

THE SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT IS NOW ON AND I NOTICE NUMEROUS OTHER COMPLAINTS FOR THIS VEHICLE INCLUDING INJURIES. CADILLAC DEALER SAYS THEY WISH TO CHARGE FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND BELIEVE IT IS A SEAT-BELT PRETENSIONER WHICH THEY WOULD NOT COVER. REPAIRS WOULD BE AS MUCH AS VEHICLE VALUE. I NOTICE A RECALL WAS ORDERED FOR…

Sep 16, 2019 · Engine

IT JUST STARTED MAKING A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE, AND IT DOSENT GO NO FASTER THAN 40MPH.

STS model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2002 0700
2003 0810
2004 0710
2005 3101134
2006 4139166
2007 25250
2008 15062

Across all years, the 2006 STS has the most complaints (139). All Cadillac STS years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Cadillac STS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Cadillac STS, the most recent reported on December 20, 2007 (Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft, seal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Cadillac STS?
Owners have filed 101 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (23 complaints), followed by power train (18).
How many 2005 Cadillac STS complaints mention a crash or fire?
13 of 101 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 4 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 31, 2025.