repaired · 2026 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
2019 Cadillac CT6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 18 owner complaints about the 2019 Cadillac CT6, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-148 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 1, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Cadillac CT6 has problems
18 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Power train
2Service brakes
1Electrical system
1Forward collision avoidance
1Seats
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 14 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2019 Cadillac CT6 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. If the driver operates the vehicle unaware that ESC and ABS are not functioning, there is an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Turn signal: switch
Risk. If the turn-signals do not automatically deactivate, the driver may fail to turn them off manually.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Seat belts: rear/other
Risk. If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Cadillac.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other CT6 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CT6 median. How we score
'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Cadillac CT6 safety ratings
2019 Cadillac CT6 4DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What CT6 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted hard, and the service warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while accelerating and decelerating, the vehicle shuddered and hesitated. There was…
On July 22, 2025, at 20,245 miles, I brought my 2019 Cadillac CT6-V to an authorized dealer while still under factory warranty, reporting hard shifting during both acceleration and deceleration — the exact symptom described in GM Special Coverage Bulletin N242480631, which addresses a defective…
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the wheels locked up and the vehicle started swaying from side to side, and the vehicle decelerated. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to an independent…
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