Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 20, 202525V175000 | Steering: electric power assist systemA loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V175000
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| Feb 7, 201919V086000 | Steering: electric power assist systemLoss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V086000
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Owner complaints by component27
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 9 | 33 |
| Steering | 8 | 30 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 15 |
| Wheels | 3 | 11 |
| Air bags | 2 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 7 |
| Seats | 1 | 4 |
| Engine | 1 | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 | 4 |
| Tires | 1 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 4 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names CTS, CTS-V.
Latest reports
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The service power steering message was displayed.”
- Air bags
“The airbag warning light appeared 45 days ago. I immediately took my 2017 Cadillac to the dealer (Sewell Cadillac of Houston). The vehicle is covered under a Sewell Extended warranty until 2028.”
- Steering
“The power steering went out on the vehicle. I was not driving at the time. There was a recall on these vehicles pertaining to the EPS module.”
Other Cadillac CTS model years
- 20190 recalls10 complaints
- 20182 recalls8 complaints
- 20172 recalls27 complaints
- 20164 recalls31 complaints
- 20154 recalls49 complaints
- 20147 recalls146 complaints
- 20132 recalls73 complaints
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Other Cadillac models
- 2017 Escalade2 recalls51 complaints
- 2017 Escalade ESV1 recall38 complaints
- 2017 ATS2 recalls34 complaints
- 2017 XT51 recall124 complaints
- 2017 XTS0 recalls24 complaints
- 2017 CT62 recalls26 complaints
- 2016 SRX2 recalls168 complaints
- 2005 DeVille1 recall95 complaints
- 2011 DTS2 recalls16 complaints
- 2013 Escalade EXT3 recalls1 complaint
- 2009 STS0 recalls15 complaints
- 2023 Lyriq7 recalls24 complaints
2017 Cadillac CTS recall questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Cadillac CTS have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Cadillac CTS. The most recent, 25V175000 (reported March 20, 2025), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2017 Cadillac CTS recalls for?
The largest group is steering, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Cadillac CTS?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 27 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Cadillac CTS?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Cadillac recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Cadillac dealer.
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