What is the 2021-2024 Cadillac CT5 GM 6.2L V8 Engine Recall for Connecting Rod Bearing Failure?

After widespread engine failures and an NHTSA investigation, GM recalled all 2021-2024 vehicles equipped with the 6.2L V8 engine including the CT5-V. The recall addresses potential connecting rod bearing failure that can cause engine seizure, stalling, or fire risk. The recall co… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2024 Cadillac CT5 LT4 Supercharged V8 Premature Engine Failure?

The 6.2L supercharged LT4 V8 in CT5-V Blackwing models has experienced premature engine failures including bottom-end bearing failures, lifter collapse, and metal shavings found in oil. Failures have been reported as early as 5,000-15,000 miles. Car and Driver documented a catast… Repairs typically run $0-$15,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2022 Cadillac CT5 Roof-Rail Side-Curtain Airbags May Be Installed Incorrectly (Recall 21V611)?

On certain 2020-2022 Cadillac CT5 vehicles, the roof-rail side-curtain airbags may not have been installed correctly and may deploy improperly in a crash. Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2021 Cadillac CT5 10-Speed Transmission Damage Can Cause Wheel Lock-Up (Recall 25V148)?

Certain 2020-2021 Cadillac CT5 vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission can develop internal transmission damage that may cause the wheels to lock while driving. Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2023 Cadillac CT5 Daytime Running Lights May Stay On with Headlights (Recall 22V903)?

On certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT5 vehicles, the daytime running lights may not deactivate when the headlights are on, creating excess glare and failing FMVSS 108. Severity: high.

What is the 2026 Cadillac CT5 Radio May Not Download the Electronic Owner Manual (Recall 26V114)?

On certain 2026 Cadillac CT5 vehicles, the radio may not have been set to the correct production status to download the electronic owner manual, leaving required safety-use information unavailable. Severity: high.

What is the 2021 Cadillac CT5 Airbag Warning Lamp May Not Illuminate Consistently (Recall 21V421)?

On certain 2021 Cadillac CT5 vehicles, the communications gateway module can process loss of communication with the sensing and diagnostic module incorrectly, causing inconsistent illumination of the airbag malfunction indicator. Severity: high.

What is the 2020 Cadillac CT5 Electric Water Pump Circuit Board Failure — Overheat and Limp Mode?

GM issued a TSB (December 2020) stating the printed circuit board inside the electric water pump on affected CT4/CT5 vehicles may have been manufactured incorrectly, potentially causing a water pump failure; when this occurs the vehicle displays warnings as coolant temperatures… Repairs typically run $0-$1,400. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2024 Cadillac CT5 2.0T LSY Engine Timing Cover Oil Leak?

The 2.0T turbocharged four-cylinder (LSY) in the CT5 can develop oil leaks from the timing cover gasket. The gasket develops cracks after heat cycling, causing oil to seep from the front of the engine. In some cases, this leads to noticeable oil consumption between changes. GM re… Repairs typically run $500-$1,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2025 Cadillac CT5 Premature 12V Battery Drain / Parasitic Draw (Memory Seat Module)?

Owners report the 12V battery going dead when the car sits, with factory batteries dying in as little as two years. Beyond normal high parasitic draw of modern electronics, a recurring GM culprit is the driver-seat control module / Memory Seat Module (MSM), which can develop a se… Repairs typically run $250-$900. Severity: medium.

What is the 2024-2025 Cadillac CT5 Super Cruise 'Unavailable' Message — System Inoperative from Delivery?

Owners report Super Cruise repeatedly displays an 'Unavailable' message and cannot be activated; OnStar troubleshooting fails and dealers escalate to GM engineering with no ETA, citing PIC6557B (Super Cruise Unavailable Message, dated Sept. 25, 2024) . Multiple 2025 CT5 owners… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2022 Cadillac CT5 10L80 10-Speed Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Shudder at Light Throttle?

The CT5 pairs both its 2.0L turbo and 3.0L twin-turbo engines with a GM 10-speed automatic (10L80/10L90), which can develop a torque converter clutch (TCC) shudder felt as a vibration or 'rumble-strip' shake, typically at light throttle and steady cruise (roughly 25-55 mph) when… Repairs typically run $300-$2,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2023 Cadillac CT5 Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC / Driver Information Center) Intermittent Blank Screen After Remote Start?

Owners report the digital Instrument Panel Cluster / Driver Information Center (the gauge/speedometer display) going completely blank for the remainder of an ignition cycle, most commonly on cycles that follow a remote start. GM addressed this in Technical Service Bulletin 21-NA-… Repairs typically run $75-$300. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2025 Cadillac CT5 2.0L Turbo (LSY) Excessive Oil Consumption and PCV System Failure?

Owners of four-cylinder CT5 550T (and CT4-shared LSY platform) models report higher-than-expected oil consumption, often exceeding GM's 'acceptable' threshold of one quart per ~2,000 miles. The valve-cover-integrated PCV system is a frequent contributor, and on worse cases worn p… Repairs typically run $150-$4,500. Severity: medium.

What is the 2020-2025 Cadillac CT5 Driver Seat Massage and Lumbar/Bolster Module Failure?

A widely reported CT5 interior failure: the driver-seat massage and adjustable lumbar/bolster functions stop working. Dealers diagnose this as a failed seat 'module' — an all-in-one air-pump, valve and electronics unit feeding the seat air bladders. Owners report the failure from… Repairs typically run $350-$1,200. Severity: medium.

What is the 2022-2024 Cadillac CT5 Tremec 6-Speed Manual 2nd Gear Notchiness and Difficulty?

CT5-V Blackwing models equipped with the Tremec TR-6060 6-speed manual transmission frequently exhibit difficulty and notchiness when shifting into 2nd gear. The issue occurs both when cold and when hot, particularly when downshifting from highway speeds. Some dealers have attrib… Repairs typically run $0-$4,000. Severity: low.

What is the 2020-2024 Cadillac CT5 Sunroof / Headliner Rattle and Creak?

Owners of sunroof-equipped CT5 models report creaking and rattling from the roof/sunroof and headliner area, especially over bumps and at speed. GM has a related sunroof-creak service bulletin (TSB 19-NA-096) that calls for dropping the headliner and torquing the sunroof module b… Repairs typically run $100-$600. Severity: low.

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2020-2026 Cadillac CT5 Problems: 24 Known Issues

2020-2026 model years · 525+ owner reports · Updated August 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 525+ owner reports, the 2020-2026 Cadillac CT5 has 24 documented known issues, with 10 rated critical. The most serious are GM 6.2L V8 Engine Recall for Connecting Rod Bearing Failure ($0-$0 repair), LT4 Supercharged V8 Premature Engine Failure ($0-$15,000 repair), 10L80 Harsh Shifts and Check Engine Light with DTC P2812 or P2814 (Line Pressure Solenoid) ($0-$3,500 repair), Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Chafes Front Brake Line (Service Update N202296840) ($0-$0 repair), Roof-Rail Side-Curtain Airbags May Be Installed Incorrectly (Recall 21V611), 10-Speed Transmission Damage Can Cause Wheel Lock-Up (Recall 25V148), Daytime Running Lights May Stay On with Headlights (Recall 22V903), Electronic Brake-Boost Sensor Contamination Can Remove Assist (Recall 20V588), Radio May Not Download the Electronic Owner Manual (Recall 26V114). at .

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What are the most common Cadillac CT5 problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 525+ owner reports, the 2020-2026 Cadillac CT5 has 24 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: GM 6.2L V8 Engine Recall for Connecting Rod Bearing Failure, LT4 Supercharged V8 Premature Engine Failure, 10L80 Harsh Shifts and Check Engine Light with DTC P2812 or P2814 (Line Pressure Solenoid). Of these, 10 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Cadillac CT5 reliable?

The 2020-2026 Cadillac CT5 has 24 known issues documented across 525+ owner reports. 10 issues are rated critical: GM 6.2L V8 Engine Recall for Connecting Rod Bearing Failure and LT4 Supercharged V8 Premature Engine Failure and 10L80 Harsh Shifts and Check Engine Light with DTC P2812 or P2814 (Line Pressure Solenoid) and Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Chafes Front Brake Line (Service Update N202296840) and Roof-Rail Side-Curtain Airbags May Be Installed Incorrectly (Recall 21V611) and 10-Speed Transmission Damage Can Cause Wheel Lock-Up (Recall 25V148) and Daytime Running Lights May Stay On with Headlights (Recall 22V903) and Electronic Brake-Boost Sensor Contamination Can Remove Assist (Recall 20V588) and Radio May Not Download the Electronic Owner Manual (Recall 26V114) and Airbag Warning Lamp May Not Illuminate Consistently (Recall 21V421). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Cadillac CT5 problems?

Repair costs for known Cadillac CT5 issues range from $0 to $15,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, GM 6.2L V8 Engine Recall for Connecting Rod Bearing Failure, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What year Cadillac CT5 is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Cadillac CT5. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2020-2026 Cadillac CT5 with 24 documented issues documented across 525+ owner reports.

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When Issues Typically Appear

Roof-Rail Side-Curtain Airbags May Be Installed Incorrectly (Recall 21V611)#

Radio May Not Download the Electronic Owner Manual (Recall 26V114)#

Airbag Warning Lamp May Not Illuminate Consistently (Recall 21V421)#

10L80 Harsh Shifts and Check Engine Light with DTC P2812 or P2814 (Line Pressure Solenoid)#

10-Speed Transmission Damage Can Cause Wheel Lock-Up (Recall 25V148)#

10L80 10-Speed Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Shudder at Light Throttle#

Tremec 6-Speed Manual 2nd Gear Notchiness and Difficulty#

10-Speed Transmission Adaptive Learning and Shift Quality#

GM 6.2L V8 Engine Recall for Connecting Rod Bearing Failure#

LT4 Supercharged V8 Premature Engine Failure#

2.0T LSY Engine Timing Cover Oil Leak#

2.0L Turbo (LSY) Excessive Oil Consumption and PCV System Failure#

Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Chafes Front Brake Line (Service Update N202296840)#

Electronic Brake-Boost Sensor Contamination Can Remove Assist (Recall 20V588)#

Performance and Carbon-Ceramic Brake Squeal and Grinding Noise#

Daytime Running Lights May Stay On with Headlights (Recall 22V903)#

Gloss Black Exterior Trim (B-Pillar / Window Surround) Peeling and Delamination#

Premature 12V Battery Drain / Parasitic Draw (Memory Seat Module)#

Super Cruise 'Unavailable' Message — System Inoperative from Delivery#

Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC / Driver Information Center) Intermittent Blank Screen After Remote Start#

Sunroof / Headliner Rattle and Creak#

High-Speed Wind Noise / Whistle from Windshield A-Pillar Weatherstrip#

Electric Water Pump Circuit Board Failure — Overheat and Limp Mode#

Driver Seat Massage and Lumbar/Bolster Module Failure#