2008 Cadillac DTS engine problems

Filed Aug 26, 2024 · Engine · 85,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the vehicle was diagnosed with an oil leak from the oil pan. The contact was informed that the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed May 14, 2023 · Engine · AZ

I have a very bad oil leak in my vehicle, which Is creating a mess and alot of smoke.

Filed Aug 12, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · 87,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Alternator Not Charging" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that oil was leaking onto the alternator and exhaust manifold. The alternator was replaced. However, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a significant amount of smoke coming from underneath the vehicle. There was no warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the contact noticed a trail of oil leak in the driveway. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

Filed Feb 11, 2022 · Engine · 115,000 miles · TX · fire

The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle there was smoke coming from under the hood. Upon inspection, it was discovered that engine oil had leaked onto the hot surface in the engine compartment. The leaking oil also caused damage to the alternator. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.

Filed Mar 18, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · 92,000 miles · NV

December 16 2020 the federal safety agency id number 11383838 oil leak under engine coming from engine, transmission, and power steering pump. Also white smoke coming from engine on passenger side following stop on driveway.

Filed Dec 16, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 92,000 miles · NV

Oil leak under engine coming from engine transmission and power pump. Also white smoke coming from engine on passenger side when stopped on driveway.

Filed Nov 20, 2020 · Engine · 92,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 cadillac dts. The contact stated that there was oil and transmission fluid leaking from the bottom of the engine while the vehicle was parked in the driveway. Also, upon coming to a stop, there was white smoke coming from underneath the engine on the passenger's side. There was no warning light illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Filed Jul 12, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 138,000 miles · VA

The car gives off false oil pressure information on cars message center. I replaced the sensor as discribed, verified my oil level, cleaned the connector to oil pressure sensor and still every 2 or 3 mintues I get engine oil pressure low, stop vehichle. When I stop the oil level is great and the oil is very clean. This has been going on for over 3 months. If the oil pressure was low the engine would have siezed up by now. This is ongoing issue with these 08 cadillac dts 4.7l northstar engines.

Filed Dec 27, 2019 · Engine · 95,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 cadillac dts. The contact noticed oil spots on the garage floor. The contact took the vehicle to guys buick gmc truck (1316 n mildred st, ranson, wv 25438) where it was determined that oil was leaking from the crank case in the engine. The contact was referred to a cadillac dealer for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered a $100 voucher towards the repair cost. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Jan 10, 2019 · Engine · 99,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 cadillac dts. The contact stated that oil was leaking from the oil pan and the oil filter housing. Texas direct auto (12053 southwest fwy, stafford, tx 77477, (281) 499-8200) repaired the oil leak, but called the contact back and informed him of another oil leak at the engine manifold. The dealer stated that further repairs would require the motor to be replaced. The contact had the oil pan, oil housing, and valve covers replaced; however, the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 99,000.