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2006 Cadillac CTS suspension problems

10 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 49,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
10
of this car's complaints
4%
typical mileage
49,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Rear
    3
  • Rear: axle: spindle
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Cadillac CTS suspension problems in other years

20032005201020152019

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2006 Cadillac CTS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 5, 2024 · Suspension · CA

Driving out of a driveway with a slight slope, my traction engaged. It has done this 3-4 times in perfect driving weather and I had not swerved or experienced any issue prior to the light illuminated "TRACTION ENGAGED". It is pretty noisy under my car as well and the ride is not smooth and rather bumpy. It has engaged just backing up in a parking lot.

Filed Mar 22, 2024 · Airbags, Electrical · WI

Well I am uncertain but we have two 2006 Cadillac cts and both have had multiple transmissions replaced. Multiple differential problems and air bag and wireing problems

Filed Mar 11, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · CT

My differential locked up , even after the recall for the pinion seal was completed. My vehicle lost control on the highway.

Filed Oct 17, 2016 · Suspension · FL

Differential and bushings, rear bushings disintegrated apparently happens to cadillacs of all year groups. Lots of consumer complaints, this is a major flaw why has it not been addressed?

Filed Oct 20, 2014 · Suspension · 99,000 miles · MI

The rear end air ride suspension went out when she was driver.

Filed Jan 13, 2011 · Airbags, Suspension · 60,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 cadillac cts. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds she noticed that the rear end of the vehicle would seem like it's slipping. She also noticed that the air bag warning light has appeared on the instrumental panel for the past two years. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer nor has the vehicle been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Oct 3, 2008 · Fuel system, Suspension · 18,000 miles · MS

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 cadillac cts. Whenever the vehicle was driven at various speeds, the contact would hear a grinding noise. She took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the rear axles needed to be replaced. The mechanic only repaired the rear differential. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the mechanic. The dealer repaired the rear differential and the rear axles; however, the failure persisted. She returned to the dealer and was informed that the fuel filter and the module sensor center needed to be repaired. The vehicle is currently at the dealer awaiting repairs. The manufacturer has not been notified. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 18,000 and failure mileage was 25,000.

Filed Aug 14, 2008 · Suspension · 49,000 miles · CA

My car started making "clunking" sounds every time placed it in drive. After doing some research on line, I came up with a recall gm was doing on my car. According to gm, there was a bad rear differential seal, and that oil may leak out. Well that's exactly what happened to my car. Not only did the differential fluid leak out but the bushing broke as will. The dealership covered the fluid leak repair (recall)...but said the busing broke because of were and tear...not because of the oil leak. They quoted me over $500 to repair when this wouldn't of happened had the seal been good in the first place!

Filed Feb 22, 2008 · Suspension · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 cadillac cts. The contact received a recall notice for the rear axle suspension on february 8, 2008. The dealer scheduled an appointment to remedy the recall on february 26th. They later called to postpone the repair date because they had not received the parts to make the repair. The contact is dissatisfied because she feels that this is a safety issue that could cause a crash. There had been no failure to date. The recall number was unknown. The current mileage was 37,000.

Filed Jan 24, 2008 · Airbags, Brakes · 5,548 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 cadillac cts. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle began driving roughly. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle would rev as if it were attempting to accelerate. On october 9, 2007, while backing out of a parking space with her foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle lunged forward and made a loud noise. The vehicle crashed into a tree. The brakes did not work and the steering wheel would not turn. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle sustained front end damage, including the two front tires. The contact has pictures. The contact sustained a concussion, has headaches and dizzy spells, 50% hearing loss, and cracked two front teeth. A police report was filed. The vehicle was repaired, but still rides roughly. The federal safety agency campaign id number 07v589000 (suspension: rear axle: spindle) was referenced. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage was 5,623 and failure mileage was 5,548.

Questions about the 2006 Cadillac CTS suspension

Does the 2006 Cadillac CTS have suspension problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the suspension of the 2006 Cadillac CTS, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 Cadillac CTS suspension problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 49,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Cadillac CTS suspension?

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

What year does the Cadillac CTS have bad suspension?

The Cadillac CTS model years with the most suspension complaints are 2014 (17 complaints), 2004 (16 complaints) and 2005 (16 complaints).

Other 2006 Cadillac CTS problems

Airbags 87Brakes 57Transmission 45Electrical 43Engine 37Acceleration 10Fuel system 10Lights 7Visibility 7Driver assistance 6Body 4Steering 4Seat belts 3Seats 3Tires 3Wheels 3Locks 1

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