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This 2007 Cadillac Sts has 53 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2007 Cadillac Sts Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2007 Cadillac Sts trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2007 Cadillac Sts Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2007 Cadillac STS 4-DR w/SAB (Later release)Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated9.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
9.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Cadillac Sts has 53 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Cadillac
- Model
- Sts
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 53
- Crash-related complaints
- 6
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 24
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2007 Cadillac Sts problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain. 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 2007 Cadillac Sts?
This CADILLAC STS year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2007 Cadillac Sts
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified 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
The CADILLAC STS has 53 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. 6 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 2 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 53 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 2 federal recall campaigns
- 6 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2007 Cadillac Sts complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Cadillac Sts. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — |
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 2007 Cadillac Sts. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The vehicle experiences a Shift-to-Park malfunction in which it does not consistently recognize that it is in Park, despite being physically shifted into the Park position. When this occurs, the vehicle may fail to shut down properly or behaves as if it is not securely in Park. …
Air bag on the steering wheel has oozing glue that oozed/leaked out of the airbag and has hardened on outer cover! Lights and radio don’t disconnect or turn off when car is turned off and drain battery.
THE SERVICE AIRBAGS WARNING APPEARED ON MY CAR. IT WAS JUST PARKED FOR 2 DAYS AND WHEN I GOT IN IT TURNED ON. THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE THAT HAS OCCURRED WITH MULTIPLE PEOPLE.
ON MY WAY HOME TODAY THE SERVICE LIGHT AIRBAG COME ON STATING THAT THE AIRBAG NEEDS TO BE SERVICED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC STS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN AN OCCUPANT WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR DID NOT ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING THE SAME SYMPTOM AS LISTED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBE…
NHTSA CAMPAIGN #14V542000, RECALL ID #226957 - FUEL SYSTEM ISSUES, EFFECTIVE 03/12/2015. NOTIFIED BY CREDIT KARMA ON SUNDAY, 11/04/2018. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN 2011. WITHIN THE FIRST MONTH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AFTER FILLING THE GAS TANK THE NIGHT BEFORE. INITIALL…
2007 CADILLAC STS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE COMPOSITE HEADLAMPS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY WOULD FOG UP. THERE WAS TWO INCHES OF WATER BUILT UP IN THE ASSEMBLY DUE TO CONDENSATION. *JS
I WENT TO THE GAS STATION TO FILL A GAS. AFTER I FILLED THE CAR I SAW BIG SPOT UNDERNEATH OF MY CAR OF GASOLINE. I WENT UNDER THE CAR I SAW SOME GASOLINE COLOR ON THE FUEL TANK. THE DEALER REFUSED TO FIX IT UNDER THE CLAIMED RECALL.
LEFT HEADLIGHT FILLS WITH WATER DURING A RAINSTORM OR CAR WASH. HEADLAMP IS FOGGY WITH MOISTURE REDUCING THE LIGHT OUTPUT AND WILL CAUSE A PREMATURE HEADLAMP FAILURE.
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND THE DIC INDICATES THE AIR BAG REQUIRES SERVICE. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE PASSENGER PRESENCE SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT IS SHOT. THE AIR BAGS ARE DISABLED AND IT'S A THOUSAND DOLLAR REPAIR AT THE DEALER. RARELY DOES ANYBODY SIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. IT…
. THIS IS MY FIRST TIME OWNING A CADILLAC AND I MUST SAY I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! IT IS A 2007 STS SO IT IS OLDER BUT IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH ONLY AROUND 65,000 MILES ON IT. HOWEVER I HAVE BEEN VERY RECENTLY DISAPPOINTED BY THE SERVICE RESPONSE FROM MY AIRBAG MALFUNCTION. I RECE…
AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND IT'S COMMENT IN MANY
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC STS. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART. THE CONTACT OBSERVED AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS …
2007 CADILLAC STS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAG SENSOR INDICATOR LIGHT REPAIR/COST ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE AIR BAG SENSOR WHICH WAS CAUSING THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE WAS NOT COVERED AND IT WOULD COST $ 850.00. *JB
THE AIRBAG LIGHT TURNS ON WHILE DRIVING ; I NOTICED THE 2007 CADILLAC CTS HAS THE SAME ISSUE AND WAS RECALLED THE STS WAS NOT. THE VEHICLES ARE THE SAME.
I NOTICED THE GEAR SHIFTER LOCKED IN PLACED WHERE ONE CAN NOT MOVE THE UNIT FROM PARK TO DRIVE; I RECEIVE THE SHIFT TO PARK MESSAGE ON THE VIC VISUAL INFORMATION CENTER. I BELIEVED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SAME CAR IN THE 2006 CADILLAC STS; THE SHIFT TO PARK ERROR MESSAGE ALS…
REAR RIGHT BRAKE CALIPER BROKE IN HALF , WHILE DRIVING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT I LOST MY BRAKES THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND BLEW A WHOLE IN MY RIM AND I NO LONGER HAVE BRAKE PADS, MY BRAKE FLUID LEAKED OUT ( DISASTER. UNBELIEVABLE AND I HAD NEW REAR BRAKES.
SERVICE AIRBAG SYSTEM LIGHT REMAINS ON AT STARTUP. PERIODICALLY THE LIGHT WILL NOT REMAIN ON BUT MORE OFTEN THAN NOT IT REMAINS ON. WHEN LIGHT REMAINS ON THE VEHICLE MAY BE STATIONARY OR IN MOTION.
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUES TO ILLUMINATE EVEN THOUGH I HAVE CHANGED BOTH O2 SENSORS TWICE. DEALER KEEPS TELLING ME I NEED ANOTHER O2 SENSOR. ALDATA SHOWS A SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NEEDE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
MY CADILLAC STS LEFT FRONT LIGHT SEAL LEAKS WATER INTO IT AND NOW THE HEADLIGHT WON'T COME ON. THIS WAS NOTICE UPON PURCHASING THE VEHICLE AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A MANUFACTURES PROBLEM. NOW MY HEAD LAMP ONLY WORKS ON BRIGHTS.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Cadillac Sts.
Safety recalls
2007 Cadillac Sts recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Cadillac Sts. 2 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
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Questions
2007 Cadillac Sts buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Cadillac Sts reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 53 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. This CADILLAC STS year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. 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 2007 Cadillac Sts?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (16 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (11 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Cadillac Sts?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Cadillac Sts?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Cadillac Sts, NHTSA complaints include 6 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 53 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Cadillac Sts have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Cadillac Sts. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 2 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Cadillac Sts?▾
This CADILLAC STS year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions 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 VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Sts reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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