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2020 Cadillac CT4 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Power train | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 |
Safety recalls4
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 6, 202525V148000 | Power train: automatic transmissionWheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V148000
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| Dec 8, 202222V903000 | Exterior lighting: lighting control module softwareDRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 22V903000
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| Aug 5, 202121V611000 | Air bags: side/window curtainAir bags that do not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V611000
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| Sep 24, 202020V588000 | Service brakesIf communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V588000
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Owner complaints by component8
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 38 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 25 |
| Power train | 2 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 13 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 13 |
| Air bags | 1 | 13 |
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.
Latest reports
- Service brakes
“Total brake system failure. Lost almost all brake function nearly causing an accident. June 17, 2026 car was taken to dealership.”
- Engine
“69,000 mile oil change I was told i needed to spend thousands of dollars on repairing an oil leak b/c my Cam carrier is leaking. Cadillac has a know issue with this repair and refuses to stand behind it's product.”
- Power train
“I had two incidents with the Cadillac CT-4 in February and then again in April of 2026 of driving on I-75 at a highway speed of about 70 MPH when the vehicle suddenly downshifted and the engine revving at at very high…”
Other Cadillac CT4 model years
- 20231 recall3 complaints
- 20222 recalls6 complaints
- 20214 recalls7 complaints
- 20204 recalls8 complaints
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2020 Cadillac CT4 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Cadillac CT4 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Cadillac CT4. The most recent, 25V148000 (reported March 6, 2025), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Cadillac CT4?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 8 filed with NHTSA (38%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Cadillac CT4?
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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