Cadillac DTS power steering loss problems

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 Jul 30, 2025 · Electrical, Fuel system · IL

I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox). When the fuse pump relay overheated it shut fuel down going to the fuel pump, which caused the engine to stall. When the engine stalled the car cut off, causing me to loose power steering. Because I was traveling in the middle lane of a three lane expressway at a high rate of speed, the vehicle started deaccelerating and I couldn’t control the vehicle with no power steering, I couldn’t get over to the shoulder. This nearly caused a wreck putting me in harm, because vehicles around me were accelerating at 55 to 70mph. All I could do is put my flashers on. Coast to a stop, and hope no one rear ended me, which nearly occurred. General Motors Cadillac division was aware of this possibility see: GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS DCS5755 URGENT - DISTRIBUTE IMMEDIATELY Date: April 14, 2021 Subject: REVISION: 18226-01 - Special Coverage Overheating of Fuel Relay or Motor Terminal Revised Service Procedure Models: 2008-2011 Buick Lucerne 2009-2011 Cadillac DTS To: All General Motors Dealers This bulletin is being revised to update the service procedure. all previous copies of 18226. END OF MESSAGE GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS Please discard Special Coverage Adjustment 18226 Overheating of Fuel Relay or Motor Terminal Condition On some 2008 – 2011 model year Buick Lucerne and 2009 – 2011 model year Cadillac DTS vehicles, the vehicle’s rear-seat bracket could contact the vehicle’s Rear Electrical Center (REC), which can, over time, damage electrical components within the REC enclosure. If damage occurs, the If damage occurs, the components canmelt or overheat, which the customer may detect by a melting odor in the vehicle. Damage could also cause the vehicle’s battery to drain, a no-start condition, or a stall. Because no accident occurred ther were no police reports filed. The date is est

Filed Nov 26, 2018 · Steering · 61,700 miles · TX

My 2009 cadillac dts recently had a problem with the steering, it was steering hard when making right or left turns and eventually began making noises. I took it to my gm dealer and they checked the hoses and fluid receptacle. All they found was the receptacle was low on power steering fluid and I picked up a bottle at an auto parts store and then my steering was ok. Several weeks later my steering got very hard and I had trouble steering it so I stopped and added more fluid. I returned to the dealer and was told my power steering line was leaking at one end where it was attached to some metal. My cost was $402 to replace the one hose. This leaky hose made my car very hard to steer and I can't imagine why a strong hose like this one would ever leak especially on a vehicle with below average annual mileages. The incident occurred around 61,700 miles and could have caused a bad accident

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 Sep 15, 2014 · Steering · 112,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 cadillac dts. While driving at low speeds, the power steering failed and smoke appeared. The contact noticed power steering fluid leaking. The dealer stated that the high pressure hoses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Aug 22, 2014 · Electrical · KY

You already show recall information on 2007 cadillac dts for ignition key safety problem but I would like to complain that gm tells me in their recall letters that the parts to fix this are not available. On calling them and posing the question whether gm is back-logged having to make so many parts to fix the issue or if it is that they do not have a 'fix' yet, gm said their engineers are working on it and have not determined a fix yet, therefore not known what parts they will need. It puts owners in a position where they must play russian roulette. Since both my 2007 dts and my 2001 deville are on latest recall list I don't have a safe car to drive until gm repairs these or else I must purchase another vehicle (not gm) to have something safe to drive. I have detached each car's ignition key from key rings so that not even the fob is attached. However, appears that this merely serves to diminish the potential that in an accident the key might not be as likely to slip from 'run' position to turning the car off completely, leaving me with no power steering, power brakes and possibility airbags won't deploy. Gm has instructed its dealerships that they may not sell any vehicle in this recall until it is repaired, so the cars are, in essence, worthless until that happens and can not even be used for trade-in purposes. I suspect their competitor auto manufacturers are fully aware of the situation and would not relish any gm trade-ins that, due to liability potential, they could not sell on to anyone.

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.