Does the 2008 Cadillac STS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Cadillac STS, the most recent reported on March 11, 2008 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Cadillac STS?

Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (11 complaints), followed by engine (9).

How many 2008 Cadillac STS complaints mention a crash or fire?

6 of 50 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Cadillac STS recalls and problems

1 recall and 50 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Cadillac STS.

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.

2008 Cadillac STS recalls

Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 08V108000 · reported March 11, 2008 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 4,586 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Gm is recalling 4,586 my 2008 cadillac sts and sts-v passenger vehicles for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, 'tire pressure monitoring systems' (TPMS). The standard requires an indication to the driver for certain TPMS malfunctions. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light should flash for about one minute and then stay on the remainder of the ignition cycle. A driver information center message will also be displayed on the instrument panel.
The risk: These indications of a system malfunction do not work. Premature tire failure could result in a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the remote control door lock receiver module free of charge. The recall began on march 18, 2008. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Most reported problems

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

Air bags11
Engine9
Electrical system8
Power train6
Steering5
Vehicle speed control5
Fuel/propulsion system4
Unknown or other4
Electronic stability control (ESC)3
Service brakes, hydraulic3

What owners report

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

Jun 27, 2025 · Engine
Dealership had ownership of car and should have replaced the timing chain before selling car to me, which they did not and after time for repairs to be done before time ran out, I had to pay for repairs, causing me be be out $3000+ dollars for repairs should have been covered by the warranty.

Jun 24, 2022 · Exterior lighting · 57,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Cadillac STS. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Service TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) sensor message and TPMS warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the sensor was replaced and reprogrammed on…

Dec 13, 2021 · Engine
The Cadillac Company sent me a letter several years ago informing me of a premature timing chain wear and the illumination of the Service Engine light. They knew about this defective engine problem but they did not recall the vehicle. Instead they extended the engine warranty to 10 years or 120,000 miles. I have only…

Oct 20, 2019 · Unknown or other · 70,000 miles
SUDDENLY LOST NAVIGATION SYSTEM, WHICH ALSO SHUT DOWN CLOCK AND OTHER APPLICATIONS WITHIN THAT SYSTEM. HAD IT CHECKED OUT AT TWO DIFFERENT DEALERS, THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM. CALLED GM CUSTOMER CENTER AND WAS TOLD THIS IS A LONG STANDING PROBLEM, SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE UNIT BEING UNABLE TO SYNCHRONIZE…

Jul 9, 2019 · Air bags
AIR BAG ALERT SAYS SERVICE AIR BAGS THIS SHOULD BE COVERED AS MANY OF THESE BAGS HAVE BEEN RECALLED. SECOND PROBLEM: WHEN TURNING OFF THE IGNITION, IT KEEPS DINGING AND SAYS PUT CAR IN PARK EVEN THOUGH IT IS IN PARK. THIS DINGING NOISE LASTS MAYBE 10 SECONDS TO A MINUTE. SOMETIMES SHIFTING OR PUTTING FOOT ON BRAKE…

STS model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2005	3	101	13	4
2006	4	139	16	6
2007	2	52	5	0
2008	1	50	6	2
2009	0	15	4	0
2010	0	4	0	0
2011	0	7	1	0

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

Questions

Does the 2008 Cadillac STS have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Cadillac STS, the most recent reported on March 11, 2008 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Cadillac STS?: Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (11 complaints), followed by engine (9).
How many 2008 Cadillac STS complaints mention a crash or fire?: 6 of 50 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 27, 2025.