2025 Cadillac Ct5 Problems

Good Record

The 2025 Cadillac CT5 has only 7 NHTSA complaints and no recalls, but the low data volume limits confidence. Based on 7 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB the most reported area.

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This 2025 Cadillac Ct5 has 7 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB.

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7
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls

2025 Cadillac Ct5 Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2025 Cadillac Ct5 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

18
MPG City
1323 range
27
MPG Hwy
2032 range
21
MPG Combined
1526 range
424
g CO₂/mile
Premium Gasoline
⚠️Costs $7,000 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.

2025 Cadillac Ct5 Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2025 Cadillac CT5 4 DR AWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

5/5

9.5% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

5/5

Side Crash

5/5

Rollover

5/5

9.5% probability

Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

CADILLAC CT5 has 7 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls for the 2025 model year. Top complaints involve Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2) and Engine Problems (2). No crash complaints were reported. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.

2025 Cadillac Ct5 — key reliability facts
Make
Cadillac
Model
Ct5
Model year
2025
NHTSA owner complaints
7
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
0
Top reported component
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
21
EPA MPG city / highway
18 / 27
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
NHTSA overall safety rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA frontal crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA side crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA rollover rating
5/5 stars
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2025 Cadillac Ct5 problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
2
complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB

#2
2
complaints

Engine Problems

#3
2
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Complaint patterns center on Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Engine Problems, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2025 Cadillac Ct5?

With only 7 complaints and no recalls, the 2025 CT5 appears relatively trouble-free, but the low sample size means buyers should remain cautious. The lack of crash complaints is positive, but the AEB and engine issues warrant attention.

Even a small number of complaints about critical systems like AEB and engine can indicate potential reliability or safety concerns. Pre-purchase inspection of these components is advisable.

May Suit

This year may suit buyers who want a new luxury sedan with modern features and are willing to monitor early ownership issues.

May Want to Avoid

Buyers who prioritize proven reliability and want to avoid any uncertainty about AEB or engine problems may prefer a model year with more data.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2025 Cadillac Ct5

Inspection Focus

  • Test the Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system for proper operation.
  • Check engine for any warning lights or unusual noises.
  • Inspect brake system for any reported issues.

Before You Close the Deal

  • Test the Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB system during a test drive.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for any engine or brake work.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.

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AI verdict

What the complaint data suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2025 Cadillac CT5 has 7 total complaints and 0 recalls. The top complaint components are Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints) and Engine Problems (2 complaints). No crash-related complaints were reported. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.

Year context: No other model years were provided for comparison, so this year stands alone in the data.

Recall context: With zero recalls, the 2025 CT5 has no open recall issues, but buyers should still verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Key Findings
  • Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB accounts for 2 of the 7 total complaints.
  • Engine Problems also account for 2 complaints.
  • No crash-related complaints were reported.
Top Concerns
  • Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
  • Engine Problems
  • Uncategorized Issues
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. The low complaint count (7) means the data may not represent the broader owner experience.

Full breakdown

All 2025 Cadillac Ct5 complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Cadillac Ct5. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB2
Engine Problems2
Uncategorized Issues2
Brake System1
Visibility/Wiper1
Electrical Faults1
Unintended Acceleration1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Cadillac Ct5. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 7 most recent complaints

Brake SystemJan 24, 2026

I put up a rubber stop to test the emergency stop feature the car is equipped with. With car moving either forward in drive or backwards in reverse the car would not automatically stop before hitting this two foot high aid. A warning vibration is felt just before the car struck t…

Engine ProblemsNov 3, 2025

Rough idle, reduced acceleration, engine failure requires engine/motor to be replaced. Only 4300 miles on car. Purchase date 6/21/2025. Failure10/25/2025.

Visibility/WiperSep 30, 2025

I went to test drive this car on Saturday 9/27, and noticed that the rear view mirror--the actual mirror, not the video screen inside it--was vibrating/shaking immensely as I drove it. I told them I'd buy the car, but they have to fix the mirror. Tuesday 9/30 I bought the car, …

Engine ProblemsFeb 3, 2025

I just bought a new car 5 days ago, and after running 378 miles, it started to pull the cylinder. The after-sales service is still delaying the time. I don't know what to do, and Cadillac still doesn't give me a mobility scooter.

Electrical FaultsOct 21, 2024

This new 2025 Cadillac CT5 displays incorrect posted speed limits on Rte. 114 Flanders Rd, Gulf Rd, Bear hill Rd , .Ryan Rd, in Henniker NH. speed of 55mph which is incorrect to legal posted speed limits being much slower. This vehicle also shows roads that have no posted speed l…

Uncategorized IssuesSep 13, 2024

Vehicle reads 55 mph on all non posted speed limit roads instead just dashes. Defiantly a safety issue...

Uncategorized IssuesSep 12, 2024

This vehicle VIN has a feature called Traffic Sign Assistant, which will provide a readout of the legal posted speed limit for the road being traveled. That information is being provided by a third party source being google maps, the internet is showing increased concerns of this…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Cadillac Ct5.

Safety recalls

2025 Cadillac Ct5 recalls

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Cadillac Ct5. With zero recalls, the 2025 CT5 has no open recall issues, but buyers should still verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

No recall campaigns on record

No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Across model years

Compare Cadillac Ct5 model years

No other model years were provided for comparison, so this year stands alone in the data.

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Questions

2025 Cadillac Ct5 buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Ct5 reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 7 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. With only 7 complaints and no recalls, the 2025 CT5 appears relatively trouble-free, but the low sample size means buyers should remain cautious. The lack of crash complaints is positive, but the AEB and engine issues warrant attention. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Cadillac Ct5?

#1: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (2 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Cadillac Ct5?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2025 Cadillac Ct5?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Cadillac Ct5, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 7 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2025 Cadillac Ct5 have any recalls?

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2025 Cadillac Ct5 in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2025 Cadillac Ct5?

With only 7 complaints and no recalls, the 2025 CT5 appears relatively trouble-free, but the low sample size means buyers should remain cautious. The lack of crash complaints is positive, but the AEB and engine issues warrant attention. Even a small number of complaints about critical systems like AEB and engine can indicate potential reliability or safety concerns. Pre-purchase inspection of these components is advisable. Pay extra attention to Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Cadillac Ct5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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