2005 Cadillac STS Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 5%of 101 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 102,360miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2005 Cadillac STS, 5% of the 101 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 102,360 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Just bought the vehicle used and I hear a noise coming from the rear back of the car. The key fob wasn't working correctly and drained the battery and I had to buy a new battery. I really don't know what wrong with the vehicle but its driveable for now besides the slight banging noise. It need to be checked for recalls.”
NHTSA complaint #10899089, filed 2016-08, 144,719 miles“The above vehicle was recently in a shop for brake pad replacement when my mechanic discovered that there was a leak of lubricant in the rear end of the automobile. Upon further inspection he discovered that the rear axle pinion seal was leaking. The automobile has just 60,000 miles. After checking the NHTSA he found that a recall, GM recall number 07204 had been issued for this very problem. However, when I presented the vehicle for repair this morning at marion chevrolet Cadillac they refused to cover the problem under the recall stating the VIN does not meet the recall range. …”
NHTSA complaint #10458774, filed 2012-05, 60,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac STS. When attempting to accelerate, the contact heard a clicking sound near the rear of the vehicle. The sound continued until the vehicle reached 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 172,900.”
NHTSA complaint #10627457, filed 2014-08, 172,900 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Cadillac STS. The contact was driving approximately 2 MPH in reverse when the contact heard a dragging noise coming from the front tire. The engine was turned off and the vehicle was inspected where the contact discovered that the front passenger tire was tiled in an inward position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 27,400.”
NHTSA complaint #10359680, filed 2010-10, 27,400 milesRelated recalls
- 06V125000Apr 20, 2006Certain vehicles have a left or right rear suspension toe link that could separate because of an incorrect weld.Covers: Cadillac STS 2005, SRX 2005
Related service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10163273Jun 20, 2019This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for suspension connector diagnosis and replacement due to the magnetically controlled suspension electrical connector…
- 10190337Oct 1, 2017Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and…
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Cadillac STS
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Cadillac STS
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology