2026 Cadillac CT5 Problems
Compared with other Cadillac CT5 years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Forward collision avoidance (4 complaints, median 1,200 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,200miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl RWD · 18 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Cadillac CT5 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2026 Cadillac CT5. The part named most often is forward collision avoidance, with 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and vehicle speed control (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,200 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 112 technical service bulletins for this model year. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 33%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Engine1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
Example complaints
Forward collision avoidance: “While driving vehicle at approximately 50 mph in normal driving conditions, the vehicle’s automatic emergency braking/forward collision system activated an alert when a vehicle ahead of me slowed and turned out of my lane. After the lane was fully clear and there was no obstacle in front of the vehicle, the system aggressively braked and brought the car completely to a stop on the highway. During the event, the vehicle temporarily would not respond to accelerator input even while pressing the gas pedal. …”
NHTSA complaint #11738910, filed 2026-05Brakes: “Component/system involved: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system and EPB control switch on my Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. The vehicle and component are currently available for inspection. What happened / safety risk: The vehicle experienced an unattended roll-away and struck a tree, causing significant vehicle damage. No one was injured, but the vehicle’s uncontrolled movement created a risk of serious injury or property damage. …”
NHTSA complaint #11768848, filed 2026-10Vehicle speed control: “The contact owns a 2026 Cadillac CT5. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle with the Super Cruise feature activated, the message indicated a road construction zone, and the brakes independently activated. The contact stated that there was no road construction nearby. The contact reset the super cruise control feature. The contact stated that while the super cruise control was set at 75 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated to 100 MPH within seconds. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11687842, filed 2025-09, 1,200 milesElectrical system: “Adaptive Cruise control acts like it’s going to maintain a gap (user selectable gap distance is able to be manipulated and displayed on drivers information center) but will rush right onto a preceding cars bumper. I’m told that even though manual transmission cars have the components and illusion that adaptive cruise control works, it doesn’t which is bad if you think it will work. Please make adaptive cruise control work in manual transmission CT5s like it does in auto. Similarly, the Surround Video Recorder equipment is installed but doesn’t record and isn’t viewable. …”
NHTSA complaint #11747734, filed 2026-07Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,200 and 1,200 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Cadillac CT5. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT5 · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
| CT5 · sedan RWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
| CT5 With V6 · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
| CT5 With V6 · sedan RWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
| CT5-V Blackwing · sedan RWD | not rated | — | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2026 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Cadillac CT5 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT5 RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 22 | 31 | 26 | $3,150 |
| CT5 RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,750 |
| CT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 |
| CT5 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,900 |
| CT5 V RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,900 |
| CT5 V RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,500 |
| CT5 V RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed manual | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,500 |
| CT5 V AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V114000Feb 26, 2026Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manualCovers: Cadillac CT5 2026, Chevrolet Equinox EV 2025–2026, Cadillac Optiq 2025–2026 +33 more
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Recall details for the 2026 Cadillac CT5 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 112 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038413Oct 8, 2026Suspension. Certain vehicles, equipped with the Precision Package, may be missing the supplementary performance toe links that were to be delivered in the vehicle’s trunk. Customers will be instructed to…
- 11038460Oct 7, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating.
- 11038136Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being…
- 11038132Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037446Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. If a vehicle has an issue with super cruise inoperative tech is directed to follow a diagnostic path before replacing the Image processing module.
- 11037744Sep 10, 2026Other or unknown. This update contains a required software change to help improve the overall software update and diagnostics process. Be sure to install this update to be able to receive future software updates…
- 11037319Sep 8, 2026Other or unknown. This PI advises of a procedure for a Service Door Latch System message with No Related DTCs
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11037251Sep 3, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communicates an issue with oil leakage from the band clamps on one or both turbocharger(s). This issue is still under investigation and will be updated into a bulletin…
Other model years of the Cadillac CT5
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 1,200 | 1 | 5 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 10 | — | 0 | 5 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 13 | 19,480 | 1 | 5 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 11 | 3,500 | 2 | 5 | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 30 | 41,850 | 4 | 5 | 22 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
| 2020 | 39 | 12,000 | 4 | 5 | 21 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Cadillac CT5 have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2026 Cadillac CT5 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Cadillac CT5 is reported most often?
Forward collision avoidance is named most often, in 4 complaints (67% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2026 Cadillac CT5 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Cadillac CT5 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Cadillac CT5 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Cadillac CT5 get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Cadillac CT5 (CT5 V, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 18 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2026 Cadillac CT5 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,200 miles and the middle half falls between 1,200 and 1,200 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.