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2004 Cadillac CTS body problems

17 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 56,000.

owner complaints
17
of this car's complaints
8%
typical mileage
56,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Body
    8
  • Body: trunk lid
    4
  • Frame and members: underbody shields
    1
  • Frame and members
    1
  • Body: roof and pillars
    1
  • Body: hatchback/liftgate
    1
  • Body: bumpers
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Cadillac CTS body problems in other years

2003200520102016

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2004 Cadillac CTS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 11, 2019 · Body · 47,500 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac cts. While attempting to close the trunk manually, it rapidly closed down. The contact was concerned for their safety and stated that it could cause injuries. Due to the distance and the contact's handicap, the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 47,500.

Filed Dec 15, 2018 · Body, Suspension · 1 miles · AP

I got the car tooken but they dont want gave it back I dont now the reson can u guys get it bk thank u with my full respect going out to u n ur workers

Filed Oct 28, 2018 · Body · OH

As I was driving on the highway, at 60 MPH, my sunroof, which was closed, flew off of my car! No warning. No reason to do so. It just flew right off. Thankfully, no-one was hurt and everyone was able to move out of the way. I was driving west on 90 right before the lagrange rd/301 exit in ohio.

Filed Mar 7, 2017 · Body · 87,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac cts. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the glass moon roof suddenly separated from the vehicle and blew away. Prior to the incident, the moon roof was in the closed position. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 87,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2016 · Body, Brakes · 110,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac cts. While driving and attempting to park the vehicle, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact had to apply extreme pressure to the brake pedal in order to stop. The contact also stated that the liftgate struck the contact in the head several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure could not be diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jan 4, 2016 · Body, Locks · 2,000 miles · TX · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac cts. The contact stated that while removing an object out of the trunk, the trunk closed on the contacts back independently. The failure recurred numerous times. The contact sustained injuries to her back but did not require medical attention. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,000. Updated 04/29/16*lj

Filed Aug 10, 2015 · Body · 700 miles · IL · 1 injury

This incident was the first of 5 times that the trunk lid, when completely opened, blew shut on my head. My boyfriend has been hit 2 times. When it's open all the way, it's at an approximate 90 degree angle and the least amount of wind will cause it to blow shut. The trunk lid itself is extremely heavy and I'm fairly strong. I actually have scar tissue on my head from being hit. I didn't seek medical attention but there were a couple of times that I was almost knocked out. I love my car and would get another cadillac cts in a heartbeat if it wasn't for this problem.

Filed Jan 22, 2015 · Body · 46,050 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 cadillac cts. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH after making a turn at a stop sign, the rear passenger's side door un-latched independently. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 46,050.

Filed Nov 21, 2014 · Body · 103,000 miles · WI

During 100,000 inspection, shop found rusted and rotted front frame rails, just behind the engine cradle. Need frame repaired.

Filed Sep 19, 2014 · Body · 25,000 miles · KS · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac cts. The contact stated that the trunk cylinders failed to hold the trunk open. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The contact sustained head and hand injuries due to the failure, but did not require medical attention. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the trunk cylinders needed to be repaired or replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

Questions about the 2004 Cadillac CTS body

Does the 2004 Cadillac CTS have body problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the body of the 2004 Cadillac CTS, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Cadillac CTS body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 56,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Cadillac CTS body?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Cadillac CTS have the most body problems?

The Cadillac CTS model years with the most body complaints are 2003 (22 complaints), 2004 (17 complaints) and 2008 (14 complaints).

Other 2004 Cadillac CTS problems

Transmission 52Brakes 38Electrical 34Airbags 26Engine 17Suspension 16Steering 14Acceleration 11Driver assistance 10Fuel system 9Lights 9Wheels 8Tires 6Locks 5Seat belts 4Visibility 3Seats 2

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