2005 Cadillac DTS Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 54,871miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Cadillac DTS (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2005 Cadillac DTS. The part named most often is steering, with 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by air bags (1) and electrical system (1). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 44% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 54,871 miles. Of all complaints, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 128 technical service bulletins for this model year. Steering 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.
- Steering3 33%
- Air bags1 11%
- Electrical system1 11%
- Engine1 11%
- Exterior lighting1 11%
- Other or unknown1 11%
- Suspension1 11%
Example complaints
Steering: “When it rains and we hit a puddle of water the power steering stops working and the car is very difficult to steer. It frightful in high traffic areas as there is minimum control. After a few minutes the power steering is restored. This have happened several times.”
NHTSA complaint #10273994, filed 2009-06, 23,000 milesAir bags: “The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac DTS. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the front passenger air bag deployed without warning or impact. A slight musty odor was present due to the air bag deployment and all the warning indicators on the instrument panel illuminated. The contact sustained injuries, which did not require medical attention. The contact drove to an unknown Cadillac dealer located in stuart, fl, who stated that nothing could be done about the air bag because it would be a long process. …”
NHTSA complaint #11016151, filed 2017-08, 93,000 milesElectrical system: “The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac dots. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the speedometer failed to operate intermittently. The contact also mentioned that the brake lights and the stability control warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the mechanic was unable to determine the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 200. The current mileage was 41,000. ..updated 12-30-13”
NHTSA complaint #10549419, filed 2013-10, 200 milesEngine: “The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was unknown. Updated 6/17/14 u8pdated 8/21/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10579217, filed 2014-04, 70,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
44% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 23,000 and 70,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Cadillac DTS in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 128 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need…
- 11007091Aug 5, 2024Engine. This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging…
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024Fuel system, Engine. This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with…
Other model years of the Cadillac DTS
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 16 | 67,720 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Falling |
| 2010 | 22 | 60,277 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Rising |
| 2009 | 35 | 54,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Stable |
| 2008 | 86 | 85,376 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2007 | 97 | 57,500 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 255 | 65,962 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 9 | 54,871 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 7 | 73,612 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Cadillac DTS model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Cadillac DTS have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2005 Cadillac DTS as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Cadillac DTS is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by air bags with 1.
Has the 2005 Cadillac DTS been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Cadillac DTS reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 54,871 miles and the middle half falls between 23,000 and 70,000 miles; 44% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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.