MODEL
Cadillac Ct5-V Blackwing
NHTSA safety across every Cadillac Ct5-V Blackwing model year we cover.
Across the 5 model years of the Cadillac Ct5-V Blackwing we cover (2022 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2022 at 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2024 at 88. 2 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a high-performance, rear-wheel-drive sedan aimed squarely at driving enthusiasts who want genuine track capability wrapped in a premium American package. Sitting at the top of the CT5 lineup, it competes with European sport sedans in the full-size segment and appeals to buyers who prioritize driver engagement alongside luxury refinement.
At MotorCaliber, we focus on safety data, and the CT5-V Blackwing presents a genuinely encouraging picture for a performance-oriented sedan. The 2022 model year earns our best NHTSA Safety Index score of 100 out of 100, landing in the Exceptional band. Across covered model years, the car also reaches the Strong band, meaning consistent federal safety performance is a real attribute here, not a footnote. On the crash-test side, side and rollover scores each reach a perfect 5 out of 5 stars. Frontal crash testing carries a not-rated result, which is worth noting because it leaves a gap in the full picture. Shoppers should not interpret the absence of a frontal rating as a clean bill of health on that axis. The recall count across 2022 through 2025 is low at just one, which is a positive signal for a niche, low-volume performance model. Owner complaints total 28 across those years, with 4 crash allegations, 3 injury allegations, and 1 death allegation reported. These are unverified claims per NHTSA standards, but the injury and death figures deserve sober attention from any buyer. Zero fire complaints is a small positive note. Overall, the CT5-V Blackwing earns a solid safety standing, though the missing frontal rating and the small but serious complaint allegations are honest reasons to stay informed before buying.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the CT5-V Blackwing as one of the most capable and engaging American performance sedans available, praising its driving dynamics and manual transmission option. Most acknowledge it punches above its price point against European rivals, though some note its infotainment and interior execution can feel inconsistent relative to the overall performance ambition.
- The 2022 CT5-V Blackwing achieves a perfect NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band, which is the strongest federal safety rating we track across covered model years.
- Frontal crash testing carries a not-rated result across covered years, meaning one of the most critical crash scenarios has no star score on record. Buyers should factor this data gap into their safety assessment.
- Only one recall has been issued across the 2022 to 2025 model years, a notably low count for a multi-year span, though shoppers should always verify whether any open recall applies to a specific vehicle using the NHTSA VIN lookup tool.
- Owner complaints include 3 injury allegations and 1 death allegation among 28 total reports. These are unverified by NHTSA, but their presence in the complaint database is meaningful context for anyone evaluating the full safety picture of this model.
Most-recalled year on record: 2026 Cadillac Ct5-V Blackwing with 1 recalls.