2008 Cadillac DTS Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 86 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 87,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2008 Cadillac DTS, 2% of the 86 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 87,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have had a problem with my car for over a year. I keep getting fumes from the vent and several times I have had the car to Cadillac on several ocassions. Had made several complaints to general motors and I always get a call back, most of the time it would be a different person but they all said the same thing, just like they were programed.my son has a friend who was a trouble shooter for GM and worked for frost motors until they lost their franchise and he went out on his own. …”
NHTSA complaint #10588069, filed 2014-05“The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message Alternator Not Charging was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking onto the alternator and exhaust manifold. The alternator was replaced. However, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a significant amount of smoke coming from underneath the vehicle. There was no warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the contact noticed a trail of oil leak in the driveway. …”
NHTSA complaint #11479055, filed 2022-08, 87,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
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- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
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- 10244273Oct 6, 2023This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
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- 10242262Aug 24, 2023This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 2008 Cadillac DTS
39 complaintsEngine
14 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Cadillac DTS
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.
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