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2016 CADILLAC CTS Safety Overview

The 2016 CADILLAC CTS has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Steering:electric power assist system
  • Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for CADILLAC CTS owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 CADILLAC CTS 26V329000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-201...

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 26V329000: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/21/2026
2016 CADILLAC CTS 25V175000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chev...

A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V175000: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/20/2025
2016 CADILLAC CTS 19V086000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevr...

Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V086000: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/7/2019
2016 CADILLAC CTS 18V595000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heate...

In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn on automatically when the vehicle is remotely started. If a damaged seat heater is turned on while no one is inside the vehicle, the damaged seat heater can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 18V595000: In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/7/2018

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.