2005 Cadillac CTS: engine stalls while driving

Filed Oct 26, 2018 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · GA

On any in clining road or acceration of the gas, stalling and power acceleration decreases dramatically.and extremely smell of gas inside the carriage caused nausea, severe migraines, light headness, to me and my too young daughters. Fuel efficiency also decreased...

Filed Aug 31, 2016 · Electrical · 160,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. The contact stated that the key would not turn over to start the vehicle. The vehicle stalled several times without warning, including while driving over a railroad track. The contact received assistance from a passerby to push the vehicle over the railroad tracks. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a wire that fractured. The wire, ignition switch release, and ECM harness were replaced. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v394000 (electrical system). The manufacturer provided no solution. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. Updated 10/18/16*lj

Filed Dec 18, 2015 · Engine · 85,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at approximately 58 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The driver was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The contact also stated that the engine was consuming oil prematurely. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Apr 16, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump discharged into the engine, which caused the oil and engine bearings to seize. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v394000 (electrical system), and 14v542000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Jan 9, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 82,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the radiator failed and caused coolant to leak into the transmission. As a result, the radiator and transmission both needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 86,000.

Filed Oct 23, 2013 · Electrical, Fuel system · 48,392 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. The contact stated that the lights on the instrumental panel became abnormally dark, the fuel gauge failed to read the fuel level and the key could not be released from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who inspected the vehicle and advised the contact that the security system failed and could possibly cause the vehicle to stall. The manufacturer was also contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 06v020000 (fuel system, gasoline) the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 48,392.

Filed Dec 7, 2012 · Engine · 59,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated however, the dealer acknowledged that the failure was contributed to the engine. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 59,000.

Filed Apr 27, 2012 · Engine · 62,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. The contact stated that the oil was leaking from an unknown source and the contact could not visibly locate a leak. The contact was driving 60 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who ran a diagnostic test and advised that the connecting rod was fractured. In addition, there were two holes in the engine block and no oil in the engine. The dealer informed the contact that he would have to replace the engine at a cost of $6000. The manufacturer was notified who filed a claim on behalf of the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 62,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2010 · Engine · 4,100 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 cadillac cts. While driving 40 MPH, all of the safety lights on the dashboard illuminated when the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was turned back on it began to function normally. The failure occurred twice. The dealer was contacted and they stated that she needed to bring it in to have it diagnosed again. The dealer previously stated that they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 4100 and the current mileage was 58,000.

Filed Jan 17, 2007 · Tires, Transmission · 27,000 miles · CA

I have a 2005 cadillac cts-v my first issue was back in 05/05 8,200 miles on car while driving car would not allow me to shift or change gears the car stalled and rolled to a stop. I called for road service 2 hours from home they towed car to an area dealer who later called to inform me the rear differential failed and gm had refused to pay for service. I had the car towed to my local dealer at my expense, at my dealers request. They informed me that gm said the car had excessive tire wear and damage was caused by driver abuse or aggressive driving I was forced to hire an attorney and pay for a vehicle I couldn't drive for several months. Late in august 05 cadillac agreed to pay for the repair. 01/07 27,000 miles I was driving the cts-v changed gears from 2nd to 3rd approx 30 MPH heard a clunk and rear end started to whine I parked the car, called road side service ,they towed the car to the dealer. Customer service rep called a few days later he said the rear end has failed again and needs complete replacement the hangar baring is bent, the main bolt is broke in two pieces and is recommending a complete new rear end he also said gm refused to pay for service to his surprise. Here we go again. My local dealer has the car it has not been repaired as of yet, so yes the old parts are available. The cadillac cts-v rear differential is weak and may break causing this car to skid or suddenly stop, causing an accident, injury,or death. Cadillac knows of problem and has provided some customers with warranty repair, offered 100,000 mile extended warranties for others and yet denied repair for customers with similar problems. This rear differential is under rated for this cars horse power and was designed for use in the standard cts version of this car the rear tires have also been a problem showing early signs of wear. I had to replace my first set front and rear at 8,500 miles, these tires are worst rated tire by consumers at www.tirerack.com and cadillacfaq.com