2006 Cadillac CTS: sudden loss of power

Filed Mar 1, 2017 · Acceleration · 121,749 miles · CA

Previously this p2138 has occurred. I was cleared with a computer scanner.the car drove normal another date my wife was driving (in motion)on california highway 62 in the city of yucca valley california 92284 when the cts suddenly lost power coming to a complete stop. She had the car towed to our house. We put a scanner on the computer which reads p2138 accelerator pedal position sensor (apps) error code. The scanner was used to clear the code. The cts drove normal.I reviewed for any recall for 2006 cts on p2138. There were p2138 recall for the 2006 cts -v only. There were no recalls for the 2006 cts sedan having my VIN#. On 4 january 2017 I was driving(in motion) the 2006 cts on lerrera ave twenty-nine palms, california 92277 when the cts lost power to 5 MPH. I was able to pull over to a side street. I used the computer scanner to clear the code in order to get home. Because this has occurred the third time later that day on the 4 january 2017 we had the tow truck bring the cts to jessup cadillac 68-11 east canyon drive, cathedral city, california 92234 ( over 60 miles away)for diagnostic. I was called by the dealership asking what was the issue. I explained the code was p2138 the vehicle lost power. Also, I explained the code was cleared in order for me to get home. The accelerator pedal position sensor was replaced. So far no issues in 45 days. I have attached my repaired invoice. I would like to be reimbursed by gm for the expenses this malfunction has caused. I would like to know why gm did not do a recall for my 2006 cts? Also, I am grateful my wife and I was able to pull over out of the flow of traffic. It would be disastrous if were in a metropolitan area with heavy traffic.

Filed Oct 24, 2016 · Transmission · 126,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac cts. While driving various speeds, the vehicle slowed down and significantly reduced power when the driver lifted off the accelerator pedal. After discovering fluid leaking from the rear of the vehicle, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear axle pinion seal was faulty and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v589000 (power train). The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 126,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2015 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 149,000 miles · MS

Around 3:30 p.m , I noticed my car was jerking very hard , it changed gears hard , I lost power , it was hard to pick up speed , and when I arrived home 20 minutes later , it started smoking uncontrollably.

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Electrical, Locks · 63,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac cts. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, the door locks activated and there was a loss of power. The contact was unable to open her doors and the on star service system failed. The contact stated that she was locked in her vehicle for over an hour. The contact was assisted by a fire department who was called to the scene. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ECM module needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000. Updated 8/27/14

Filed Jul 24, 2006 · Electrical · 3,100 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled suddenly at various speeds. The dealership replaced either one or two unknown parts to the computer of the vehicle or the entire computer. The contact was unsure of the details of the repair. Within 50 miles from the dealer, the vehicle stalled again. The reduced engine power light illuminated on the dash prior to each incident. After sitting for a while, the vehicle restarted. However, the vehicle was towed to the dealership after both incidents because the contact was unsure of the safety of the vehicle. *ak updated 8/7/2006 -