How many recalls does the Cadillac CT5 have?

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Cadillac CT5, model years 2016–2024. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so a particular vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. Whether an open recall is a safety risk depends on the campaign, so read the NHTSA entry for the VIN. Each campaign below shows the remedy NHTSA records, which may be a dealer or service-center repair, an over-the-air software update, or, for some campaigns, a repurchase. This page details the most recent campaigns; the full record for any VIN is at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What should an inspector check on a used Cadillac CT5?

Beyond the standard pre-purchase checks, the recall history for this model concentrates in: air bags, service brakes, exterior lighting, power train. An inspector documents the visible and operational condition of those systems without disassembly; internal parts, software-only issues and whether a recall remedy was performed are VIN-lookup questions, not inspection findings.

Can a pre-purchase inspection tell me whether a Cadillac CT5 recall was done?

No. Whether a recall repair was performed is recorded against the VIN, so NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (or the manufacturer's own) is the authoritative check. Run it before you travel. The inspection covers what a VIN lookup cannot: the physical condition of the vehicle in front of you.

Can you inspect a Cadillac CT5 at a dealer, a private seller, or out of state?

Yes. The inspector usually travels to the vehicle at the seller's location — a dealer lot or a private seller — and you do not need to be there. Vehicle Inspectors dispatches an independent inspector within 50 miles of any US ZIP code, widening to 150 miles if needed; more remote locations are quoted case by case. You get a photo-documented PDF report in 24–48 hours.

How much does a Cadillac CT5 pre-purchase inspection cost?

A pre-purchase inspection of a Cadillac CT5 through Vehicle Inspectors: Bronze $249 · Silver $349 · Gold $449. Your card is saved at booking, not charged. A hold is placed when an inspector schedules, and you are charged after the inspection is completed. If no inspector accepts within 72 hours, the request auto-cancels and nothing is charged.

Should You Buy a Used Cadillac CT5?

Should you buy a used Cadillac CT5?

Whether a used Cadillac CT5 is a good buy depends on the individual vehicle, not the model. Three checks matter before you pay: the NHTSA recall lookup by VIN for open recalls, the seller’s service and accident records, and an independent pre-purchase inspection of that specific vehicle. This page lists the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Cadillac CT5 and what an inspector checks.

As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Cadillac CT5, model years 2016–2024, most often listing air bags and service brakes. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so any individual vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. The most recent campaign on file is 25V148000 (March 2025, power train).

What are the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Cadillac CT5?

Newest first, from NHTSA campaign records. Check a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

25V148000NHTSA report received March 2025Model years: 2020–2021

NHTSA campaign 25V148000: Cadillac CT5 power train recall

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.

Consequence: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge.

22V903000NHTSA report received December 2022Model years: 2020–2023

NHTSA campaign 22V903000: Cadillac CT5 exterior lighting recall

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

21V611000NHTSA report received August 2021Model years: 2020–2022

NHTSA campaign 21V611000: Cadillac CT5 air bags recall

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Cadillac CT4 and CT5 vehicles. The roof rail side-curtain air bags may not have been installed correctly, which could result in an improper air bag deployment during a crash.

Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect both left and right-side roof rail air bags and reinstall the air bags, as necessary, free of charge.

21V421000NHTSA report received June 2021Model years: 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V421000: Cadillac CT5 air bags recall

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.

Consequence: The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

20V588000NHTSA report received September 2020Model years: 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V588000: Cadillac CT5 service brakes recall

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.

Consequence: If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge.

What does a pre-purchase inspection cover on a used Cadillac CT5?

The same full inspection at every tier, at the seller’s location, with a photo-documented report:

Bronze $249 · Silver $349 · Gold $449. Compare Bronze, Silver and Gold. The core inspection is the same at each tier; Silver and Gold add instrumented measurements.

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What does a pre-purchase inspection not do?

Common questions about buying a used Cadillac CT5

Where can I book a Cadillac CT5 pre-purchase inspection?

Vehicle Inspectors matches buyers with independent inspectors nationwide. Local pages for cities with active inspectors:

Recall data from NHTSA recall records (NHTSA public recalls API), retrieved 2026-08-27. Vehicle Inspectors is not affiliated with Cadillac. A recall is not a defect finding on any individual vehicle.