2006 Cadillac DTS: loss of power steering

Filed Jul 23, 2026 · Steering · 192,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that a recurring power steering failure had occurred at startup, and the steering wheel was firm. The contact stated that upon adding power steering fluid to the power steering reservoir, there was an immediate power steering fluid leak. Additionally, the brakes and check engine warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 06V105000 (Steering). However, after contacting the manufacturer, the contact was informed the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was referred to a local dealer for potential assistance from Goodwill. The failure mileage was approximately 192,000.

Filed Jan 25, 2016 · Steering · 45,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. While pulling out of the driveway, the contact noticed that the steering was difficult to turn. Upon further examination, the contact noticed a slight fluid leak and the vehicle had a smell of burning fluid. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000.

Filed Oct 27, 2014 · Steering · 38,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. While driving various speeds, the power steering failed and unknown fluids leaked onto the engine. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v105000 (steering) and stated that the failure might be related to the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.

Filed Jul 11, 2014 · Steering · 115,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. The contact stated that the power steering failed and the steering wheel seized. The contact also mentioned that the steering wheel was vibrating and was making a load abnormal noise. The contact noticed that there was power steering fluid leaking. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v105000 (steering). The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2013 · Electrical, Steering · 160,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. The contact stated that the power steering assist and the washer pump sensors failed. The contact also mentioned the vehicle experienced a electrical wiring failure. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who diagnosed that the heated washer fluid module, the power steering gear inlet hose, and a wire harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v240000 (electrical system), the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v105000 (steering), or the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v441000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000 and the current mileage was 185,000.

Filed Feb 7, 2013 · Steering · 31,731 miles · FL

After experiencing a loss of power steering, I took the vehicle to vera cadillac in pembroke pines, florida. It was determined that the power steering hose was leaking at the crimp. Also, the fluid leaked down to the serpentine belt which sprayed the fluid all over the engine compartment. The hose and the belt were replaced at my expense (over $500). I knew there was a recall (the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v105000) for this vehicle concerning this exact problem but I was told that based on my VIN that my vehicle was not included in the recall. Based on the amount of complaints I've read online from people who have experienced the exact same scenario, I find it hard to believe this is a coincidence. I have the exact same vehicle with the exact same failure as stated in the recall. My vehicle was manufactured on 2/06 and has very low mileage. Someone needs to investigate why these other vehicles were not included in the recall. It seems to me that someone simply made a mistake when gm first investigated which vehicles to include.

Filed Jan 23, 2013 · Steering · NY · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. The contact stated that a burning odor was emitted into the vehicle and the power steering failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the high pressure power steering hose was leaking and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v105000 (steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was unknown.