repaired · 2026 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
2020 Cadillac CT6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2020 Cadillac CT6, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 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 September 30, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Cadillac CT6 has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Power train
3Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
2Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels
1Structure
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2020 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 · 2020 Q3
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Risk. Drivers may drive the vehicle with low tire pressure without a low tire pressure warning, negatively impacting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of…
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
2020 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
2020 Cadillac CT6 safety ratings
2020 Cadillac CT6 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What CT6 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle was shifting harshly and my wheels were experiencing lock up while in motion which was very dangerous. I experienced this on the parkway as well as streets and almost had a few accidents due to this problem. I drive my wife and children in this vehicle. Our safety and lives were put at…
The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission seized, and the vehicle was coasted over to the right side of the roadway while waiting for tow service. A dealer as contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with…
The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked before slamming into…
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